Although the United States maintains a significant interest in its engagement with the Philippines, University of the Philippines Department of Political
Science Chairperson Aries Arugay emphasized the Philippines must pursue an independent foreign and strategic policy as US President Donald Trump assumes office.
Arugay described Trump’s approach to foreign policy as “very personal and transactional,” suggesting the Philippines should focus on cultivating relationships not only with the US President but also with his cabinet members and other high-ranking officials.
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