THE Constitution has mandated that this country “shall pursue an independent foreign policy”. Foreign policy an instrument of domestic policyMore than neutralism or non-alignment, however, an independent foreign policy must be anchored on the common good. Foreign policy an extension of domestic policyWe in the Council of Foreign Relations believe that foreign policy is an instrument in pursuit of the common good as prescribed by the Constitution. Independent foreign policyIn conclusion, if this country truly wishes to adopt an independent foreign policy, it must refrain from aiding combatants actual or prospective by allowing either to use its territory for the purpose of aggression. It must be said, however, that in the age of nuclear warfare invoking an independent foreign policy will not necessarily save a nation from the holocaust.

Source: Manila Times June 23, 2017 15:00 UTC