Security
Philippine senator urges 'continuous' pushback on China during Thitu visit
Beijing restricted exports to 40 Japanese firms and agencies, its latest ramping up of a months-long dispute over Japan's implied willingness to help Taiwan ward off a Chinese invasion.
Granted a landslide by voters who reject Beijing's pressure, she is setting up a tougher national security agenda and a March visit to Washington.
New Delhi intends to mine and process its own critical minerals, depriving Beijing of the ability to strangle its economy.