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Marcos dismisses criticism that his campaign played down family corruption

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr dismissed criticism during an interview on Thursday that his presidential campaign played down the corruption and extravagance the Marcos family was known for during his father's rule.

Reuters

Marcos says Philippines bases could be 'useful' if Taiwan attacked

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Thursday that granting U.S. access to Philippine military bases was a defensive step that would be "useful" if China attacked Taiwan.

Reuters

Philippine bases not to be used by US to target China: Marcos

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr made it clear Thursday the additional military bases in his country that he recently granted the United States access to will not be used to target China or any other country.

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U.S. issues guidelines on defending Philippines from South China Sea attack

The United States has laid out in clear terms the extent of its defence treaty commitments to the Philippines, issuing new guidelines that refer specifically to attacks in the South China Sea, including on its coast guard.

Reuters

US stands with Philippines against Chinese 'intimidation' in S. China Sea - official

The United States stands with treaty ally the Philippines in the face of harassment by China's coast guard in the South China Sea and remains deeply concerned about "intimidation" by Beijing, a senior U.S. official said on Tuesday.

Reuters

‘Ironclad’: Biden, Marcos Jr affirm US-Philippines security ties

Two leaders agree to deepen military relationship amid heightened tensions in Asia Pacific, China pressure.

Al Jazeera

US and Philippine presidents meet amid China’s ‘aggressive tactics’

Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Joe Biden are expected to discuss the security situation in the South China Sea

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Biden, Marcos to discuss countering Beijing in S.China Sea

Washington (AFP) - Moves to check Beijing's aggressive expansion into the trade routes and strategic islands of the South China Sea will headline talks Monday between President Joe Biden and his Philippines counterpart Ferdinand Marcos at the White House.

AFP

Amid China pressure, US and Philippines recommit to security alliance

President Joe Biden told his counterpart Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday that the U.S. commitment to the defense of its ally was "ironclad," including in the South China Sea where Manila is under pressure from China.

Reuters

Biden to host Philippines leader as tensions grow with China

President Joe Biden is set to meet President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines as concerns grow about China's harassment of Philippine vessels in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

Power outage hits Philippine airport, some flights cancelled

A power outage hit the Philippines’ main airport on Monday, leading to flight delays and cancellations when an influx of passengers are expected after a long holiday weekend.

Bangkok Post

Philippines, China to discuss fishing rights in South China Sea-Marcos

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said China has agreed to discuss fishing rights in the South China Sea, as he pushed for a "direct communication line" with Beijing on maritime differences.

Reuters

The fight for press freedom is a fight for us all

Newsrooms are still fighting to honour press freedom despite government pressure, competition with social media platforms and declining trust in the media.

360info

Marcos Jr treads a fine line over military ties as he heads to US

Philippines president has tilted towards US since taking office a year ago, but is keeping Beijing close.

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Lapdog or watchdog? The media under Marcos

After six years being sapped by Rodrigo Duterte, Philippines media is now struggling to hold Ferdinand Marcos Jr properly to account.

The Independent UK

Biden, Marcos set to meet as tensions grow with China

President Joe Biden is set to meet President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as concerns grow about China's harassment of Philippine vessels in the South China Sea

Asharq Al-Awsat

Philippine Leader Travels to US to Bolster Ties amid China Tensions

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos left Manila on Sunday for a visit to the United States as he seeks to bolster ties with Washington amid growing tensions with China in the disputed South China Sea. Marcos's visit comes as the United States had called on Beijing to stop "provocative and unsafe…

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China, Philippines trade barbs after vessels nearly collide

Chinese and Philippine authorities traded barbs after their ships came close to collision in the South China Sea on April 23, in yet another sign of continued tensions over contested waters as both sides accused one another of intrusion and provocation.

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US says China intimidates Philippine vessels in South China Sea

US warns that attack on Philippine vessels or aircraft in the Pacific would trigger a defence response from Washington.

Reuters

Philippines' Marcos to forge stronger relationship with US during visit

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said his meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday was essential in advancing his country's national interest and strengthening the "very important alliance" between Manila and Washington.

AFP

US demands Beijing stop 'provocative and unsafe' acts in South China Sea

Washington (AFP) - The United States called on China Saturday to stop "provocative and unsafe conduct" in the disputed South China Sea after a recent near-collision with a Philippines coast guard boat there, ramping up rhetoric ahead of a visit by the Filipino president to the White House.

Asharq Al-Awsat

China Accuses US of Raising Regional Tensions in South China Sea

The US continues to strengthen its military deployment in the South China Sea and is deliberately pushing up regional tensions, China's defense ministry spokesperson said on Thursday. Spokesperson Tan Kefei made the remark in response to media reports about a US-Philippines joint statement objecting to China's maritime claims and "provocative…

Reuters

U.S., Philippine forces sink mock enemy warship in their biggest war games yet

U.S. and Philippine armed forces unleashed a volley of missiles on a mock enemy warship in the South China Sea on Wednesday, in a show of military power and a strengthening alliance at a time of rising regional tension.

The Independent UK

US, Filipino forces show power in drills amid China tensions

Thousands of American and Filipino forces have used a barrage of high-precision rockets, airstrikes and artillery fire in their largest war drills in Philippine waters facing the disputed South China Sea that would likely antagonize China

Reuters

Philippines' Marcos may discuss Taiwan in U.S but trade tops agenda - envoy

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr may discuss tensions over Taiwan with U.S counterpart Joe Biden at the White House next week but the focus of talks will be on trade and investment, a top diplomat said on Tuesday.

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