Join the discussion on America's most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges. Ask for reading materials at the Adult Services Desk.
Join the discussion on America's most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges. Ask for reading materials at the Adult Services Desk.
This month's topic: The Philippines and the U.S. by Julio Amador and Deryk Matthew N. Baladjay.
The Philippines has had a special relationship with the United States since the islands were ceded by Spain to the United States after the Spanish-American War at the end of the 19th century. However, since the election of Rodrigo Duterte, the country has pivoted more toward China, and away from the U.S. Duterte has also launched a large-scale war on drugs that many criticize for its brutality. What does the future hold for U.S, relations with the Philippines?
DVD showing at 6:30pm, followed by a moderated discussion at 7pm.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Adults |
TAGS: | Foreign Policy | Discussion Groups | Current Events |
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