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Perception is centre's biggest challenge
The Straits Times
|November 28, 2025
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Ms Vitug and Ms Elemia wrote that Dr Banlaoi’s perceived closeness to Beijing “alarmed” the Philippine security establishment during the administration of former Philippine president Benigno Aquino III.
Internal memos from top defence and security officials a decade ago cautioned the military and intelligence community against engaging with him.
Analysts believe that perception itself will be the centre’s biggest challenge.
Dr Koh said: “There are those in the Philippines who see Rommel as having a dubious track record when it comes to dealing with China. He will find it difficult to position himself as neutral.”
Diliman College, where the Philippines-China Studies Center is located, is a small, Filipino-owned private educational institution for students aged 16 and above, founded in 1998. Corporate records obtained by ST show no direct Chinese financing as at June 30, 2025.
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