The US delegation led by John McCain went to the Philippines to discuss with the President and Foreign Affairs Secretary the issues affecting both countries, and the continuing concerns about the West Philippine Sea.
Aquino administration attempts to remove corruption in the country by removing Chief Justice Renato C. Corona in his position. Impeachment proceedings started on Monday (January 16, 2012).
A series of consultations were attended by the ASEAN Countries and China, in which they assembled in Beijing to discuss maritime cooperation. This served as an opportunity for China and the Philippines to settle bilateral issues.
The 2nd Philippines-Korea Partnership Forum, held last December 5, 2012 at Intercontinental Manila, attended by professors, students and government officials.