What’s next for US-Philippines relations with Harris or Trump in charge?

In past engagements, both candidates have identified China as America’s foremost competitor. Harris declared at the Democratic Convention that “America, not China” will prevail in the competition for the 21st century, promising the US would not “abdicate its international leadership”. Trump, meanwhile, has consistently advocated for imposing stiff tariffs on Beijing to protect the US economy.

Analysts predict the candidates will adopt differing strategies regarding Washington’s ties with the Philippines, based on their views of China.