Media

News Articles

Published coverage and op-eds in leading media outlets.

Eyeing China, the Philippines wants to buy first attack submarine
Business Insider | July 6, 2024

Philippines-Japan meeting to eye defense pact, may bud more coalitions
Nikkei Asia | July 5, 2024

Philippines to beef up defenses against South China Sea threats
Nikkei Asia | May 8, 2024

Proposed Luzon Corridor expected to attract more investments from businesses de-risking from China
Business World | May 3, 2024

TV Interviews

On-air discussions and expert analysis on current events.

Afternoon Briefing
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

In this interview, Mark Manantan assesses the outcomes of the Quadrilateral Foreign Ministers Meeting held in Tokyo, Japan last July 29, 2024. He focuses on key initiatives on critical and emerging technologies, particularly the strategic implications of the Australia-led Cable Connectivity and Resilience Centre. Mr. Manantan has emphasized resilience of undersea cables from the viewpoint of cyber espionage as well as natural hazards—major gaps that the Quad endeavors to address amid rising tensions and tech competition in the Indo-Pacific.

Pacifim Rim Report
Hawaii News Now

In this interview, Mark Manantan discussed the breakthroughs from the White House summit with the U.S., Japan and Philippines held last April 2024. Mr. Manantan underscores the salient developments of the growing trilateral partnership on emerging security issues like cybersecurity, as well as the importance of infrastructure development, connectivity, and supply-chain resilience of semiconductors.

Pacifim Rim Report
Hawaii News Now

Mark Manantan tackles the rising cyberattacks on critical national infrastructure in the Pacific, including Guam and Hawaii. He also shares details on the upcoming US-Japan Cyber Forum that aims to address the myriads of challenges animating the US-Japan alliance on information-sharing, incident-management, and the implications of generative AI on offensive and defensive cyber capabilities, and disinformation / misinformation.

Podcasts

In-depth conversations on global trends and policy challenges.

US-ASIA Institute
Episode on AI Governance and Cybersecurity in Southeast Asia

Mr. Manantan speaks to Amelie about the tech landscape in Southeast Asia, delving into the rise of AI businesses and policies within the region, as well as the role of cybersecurity in geopolitical conflicts, such as the South China Sea.

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