Insight 2023/2024
In March 2023, a landmark deal was signed to expand US access to Philippines military bases. Some welcome the move, citing China's growing aggression and territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Others like Alma Bulawan strongly oppose to more US troops in the Philippines. As a former ‘entertainer girl’ in Olongapo, a city frequented by American soldiers from the nearby Subic Naval base, she explains why the social costs outweigh enhanced military cooperation.
Insight 2023/2024 - Victims of 'Little America': Why I'm against more US troops in the Philippines
In March 2023, a landmark deal was signed to expand US access to Philippines military bases. Some welcome the move, citing China's growing aggression and territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Others like Alma Bulawan strongly oppose to more US troops in the Philippines. As a former ‘entertainer girl’ in Olongapo, a city frequented by American soldiers from the nearby Subic Naval base, she explains why the social costs outweigh enhanced military cooperation.
Insight 2023/2024
INSIGHT is a one hour long hard current affairs programme that aims to open the minds of viewers to the political, social and economic realities facing today's societies.
Every week, a team of producers will bring forward compelling arguments, impartial analysis and penetrating insights into topical issues of the day. What's on the menu are topics of concerns that have set the region talking as well as changing trends and events which impact Asia and beyond.
INSIGHT will get you closer to the heart of the issues with insightful interviews and engaging conversations, bringing to you the real story from behind extraordinary experiences.