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US defense secretary says war with China neither imminent nor unavoidable, stressing need for talks

United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told a gathering of top security officials he didn’t see war with China as imminent, nor unavoidable, despite rapidly escalating tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, stressing the importance of renewed dialogue between him and his Chinese counterpart in avoiding “miscalculations and misunderstandings.”

The Independent UK

World defense officials hold talks in Singapore with tensions between China and the US as backdrop

Top defense officials, government leaders and diplomats from around the world are gathering in Singapore for Asia’s premier security forum this weekend, which comes at a time of increasing tension between the United States and China, as both look to win new influence and allies as they press competing agendas…

The Independent UK

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees

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Philippines says it will forge security alliances and stage combat drills despite China's opposition

The Philippine defense secretary says it will continue to build security alliances and stage joint combat drills in disputed waters to defend its territorial interests

The Independent UK

Philippines, US simulate mock invasions in largest ever war games

The Balikatan joint military exercises conclude on Friday after weeks of live fire drills and new weapons deployment.

Al Jazeera

China Reveals Alleged Secret Agreement With Philippines Over South China Sea

China alleges a 2016 agreement with the Philippines on South China Sea access, leading to escalating tensions and disputes in the region.

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What happens when activists are branded ‘terrorists’ in the Philippines?

Indigenous activists live from day to day as they try to hide from authorities and challenge designations in court.

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Philippine President Seizes Largest Meth Haul Without Casualties

President Marcos Jr. shifts Philippines' drug war tactics, seizes large meth haul without violence, diverging from Duterte's approach.

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Marcos Jr treads fine line with China as Philippines deepens US, Japan ties

Philiippines president highlights benefits to the Philippines economy of promised $100bn of investments.

Al Jazeera

Beijing Slams US-Japan-Philippines Summit, Says S. China Sea Actions 'Lawful'

Biden on Thursday pledged to defend the Philippines from any attack in the South China Sea at the White House summit, which came amid repeated confrontations between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the disputed waterway that have raised fears of wider conflict.

International Business Times

Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan 'ironclad' amid China tensions

President Joe Biden said Thursday that US defence commitment to Pacific allies was “ironclad” as he gathered Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House in the midst of growing concern about provocative Chinese military action in the Indo-Pacific.

France 24

Biden pledges to defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea

US president describes defence commitment to the Philippines and Japan as ‘ironclad’ as Beijing accuses Manila of violating Chinese sovereignty

The Guardian - AU

Trilateral Summit Strengthens US-Philippines-Japan Alliance Against China

Trilateral summit between U.S., Philippines, and Japan focuses on countering China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific and promoting peace and stability.

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On a remote island, a test of wills between the Philippines and China

About 250 Filipinos live on Thitu Island, the largest and most inhabited island of the Spratlys, in the South China Sea. But Chinese ships are never far away.

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Al Jazeera

Summit with US, Japan aimed at economy, South China Sea cooperation: Marcos

Philippine president departs for US for first trilateral meeting seen as countering China’s geopolitical influence.

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Philippines Claps Back At China In South China Sea

The Philippines asserts its stance against China's actions in the South China Sea, leading to escalating tensions over a naval vessel repair at Second Thom...

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Biden, Kishida, Marcos To Hold White House Summit

Upcoming summit between USA, Japan, and the Philippines to strengthen trilateral cooperation and address key regional and global issues.

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Biden To Host U.S.-Japan-Philippines Summit Amid Regional Tensions

President Biden to host U.S.-Japan-Philippines summit addressing regional security, economic ties, and democratic values in the Indo-Pacific region.

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China blasts US declaration of ‘ironclad’ alliance with Philippines

The US has been deepening diplomatic and military contacts with the Philippines recently as tension with China rises.

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US Secretary Of State Reaffirms Commitment To Philippines Alliance

US reaffirms commitment to Philippines amid South China Sea tensions. Recent clashes raise concerns over China's actions.

International Business Times

Philippine Rise: A Potentially Resource-Rich Ridge Outside SCS That Chinese Vessels 'Intruded'

The Philippines has been pushing back against Chinese aggression in the West Philippine Sea through diplomatic channels, but the Philippine Rise may be a different story as the country's leader has been braver in recent comments about Beijing's aggression in Philippine territory – perhaps triggered by the Philippines' long history…

Al Jazeera

‘Left behind’ families look to ICC for Philippines drug war justice

Ferdinand Marcos Jr has shown little interest in helping families find justice, as drug war killings continue.

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Chinese Coast Guard Blocks Philippine Vessels In South China Sea

Chinese coast guard ships obstructed Philippine vessels in the South China Sea, resulting in a minor collision. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized c...

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Reject 'Cold War formula' in superpower rivalry: Marcos

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says the concerns of smaller nations should not be sidelined by rivalry between China and the United States.

Al Jazeera

Australia gives $42m to ASEAN countries for ‘free, open’ South China Sea

Funds come after Philippine president told Australian Parliament he would ‘not yield’ ‘square inch’ in South China Sea.

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