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Watch: Chinese coast guard vessel rams civilian Philippine boat in South China Sea

In a troubling turn of events, a Chinese Coast Guard ship collided with a boat from the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources while it was refueling local fishermen. Although the Philippine vessel sustained structural damage, no injuries were reported. China claims that the Philippine boat ignored warnings and…

The Times of India

China’s defence chief warns against ‘historical revisionism’ in apparent Japan message

China's Defence Minister Dong Jun urged nations to avoid provocative acts and historical revisionism. He spoke at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum amid regional tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea. Dong called for a multipolar world marked by partnership rather than alliances. He warned against actions that seek personal…

The Economic Times

'They have no position': China's note lands mid-speech; Philippines defence chief fires back on stage

NEW DELHI: Philippines defence secretary Gilberto C Teodoro publicly rebuked China at a defence forum in Seoul after a note outlining Beijing's position on the South China Sea arbitration was handed to him while he was speaking.

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War of words between China and Philippines over South China Sea claims

China is accusing the Philippines of “stirring up trouble” after Philippine Defense Minister Gilberto Teodoro Jr. sharply criticized Beijing’s actions in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

How China’s Paracel expansion extends its military reach towards Vietnam

China is rapidly expanding two artificial islands in the disputed Paracel Islands, with analysts saying the new facilities could strengthen Beijing’s military reach towards Vietnam and along key South China Sea shipping routes.

Radio France Internationale

Researchers capture footage of fish “moonwalking” on South China Sea floor

Scientists used underwater vehicles to record a trio of armored sea robins using their specialized, stiffened fin rays to summon the spirit of Michael Jackson and glide backwards along the seafloor

Digital Camera World

Why Taiwan and the South China Sea are two sides of the same strategic coin

Taiwan and the South China Sea hold significant global trade importance. China claims Taiwan and asserts sovereignty over the South China Sea. Tensions with China persist over these disputed maritime regions. The United States maintains unofficial relations and arms sales with Taiwan. Preventing Chinese regional hegemony remains a primary US…

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Why Taiwan and the South China Sea matter to the US and the world

U.S. Sen. Darline Graham faced criticism for saying national security was “not my thing” during a debate about Taiwan and the South China Sea

The Independent UK

US navy destroyer adrift in South China Sea for four days after losing power

USS Benfold lost power after ‘engineering casualty’ leaving sailors without galley services, toilets and air conditioning

The Guardian - US

Survivors rise to 48 with more missing after Vietnamese ship sinks in South China Sea

The number of survivors of a cargo ship that sank off a Chinese-occupied shoal in the South China Sea has risen to 48 as search and rescue crews hunt for more people who went down with the vessel

The Independent UK

Vietnamese cargo ship sinks near disputed reef; search on for 23 crew members

Rescue teams are searching for twenty-three crew members after a Vietnamese cargo ship sank. Thirty-nine individuals were successfully rescued from the vessel which encountered trouble Saturday evening. Chinese and Vietnamese ships and a helicopter are actively involved in the extensive search operation. The Khoi Nguyen 18 cargo ship was carrying…

The Economic Times

23 missing, 39 rescued after Vietnamese cargo vessel sinks in South China Sea

At least 23 people were missing while 39 were rescued after a Vietnamese vessel sank in the South China Sea, prompting an ongoing search operation on Sunday, China's state broadcaster CCTV reported.

The Times of India

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila

Chinese coast guard ships have fired water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio warns Asian leaders

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Asian leaders about Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized the global economic threat and a dangerous international precedent. Rubio also reaffirmed US commitment to countering China's growing regional influence. Diplomats discussed maritime security and territorial disputes in the South China…

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Marco Rubio to hold talks with China's Wang Yi as regional powers join ASEAN meeting

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila. They discussed a potential September summit between their leaders amid global tensions. Rubio stressed U.S. commitment to maritime rights in the South China Sea. China claims sovereignty over most of the South China Sea waters. Diplomatic…

France 24

Beijing summons Philippine ambassador over clash in disputed South China Sea shoal

Beijing and Manila summoned each other's ambassadors Tuesday following a confrontation between Chinese and Philippine sailors at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. China continues to claim sovereignty over almost the entirety of the global trade route.

The Economic Times

ASEAN's top diplomats meet in shadow of US-Iran conflict

Southeast Asian ministers meet amid global and regional instability this week. Tensions between the United States and Iran are casting a shadow over discussions. Maritime disputes in the South China Sea also demand attention from diplomats. ASEAN's peace initiative for Myanmar continues to struggle for traction. U.S. officials reaffirm commitments…

The Economic Times

China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea encounter

China and the Philippines are locked in a war of words following a maritime encounter that escalated into physical confrontation. Manila reported that a navy personnel was struck with a wooden baton, while Beijing countered, alleging that Philippine vessels instigated the incident by attacking Chinese officers first.

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The Independent UK

Philippines condemns Chinese coast guard for injuring Filipino sailor in disputed shoal

The Philippine military says Chinese coast guard personnel aboard a motorboat repeatedly struck a Filipino sailor on the head with a wooden baton in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, injuring him and damaging his smaller vessel

The Economic Times

ASEAN ministerial talks: Iran war, Myanmar crisis and South China Sea rifts under spotlight

Southeast Asian diplomats are meeting in Manila to discuss escalating Middle East conflicts. They will express alarm over renewed hostilities and urge a return to peace talks. Regional disputes, including Myanmar's civil war and South China Sea tensions, are also on the agenda. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will…

International Business Times UK

Philippines Condemns 'Dehumanising and Racist' China Daily AI Video Portraying Country As Monkey

A China Daily AI-generated propaganda video has drawn outrage after portraying Filipinos as monkeys, prompting a strong response from the Philippine government amid the South China Sea dispute.

The Economic Times

South China Sea: India backs 2016 tribunal ruling, calls for freedom of navigation

India has called for upholding freedom of navigation and unimpeded commerce in the South China Sea. New Delhi also backed a 2016 international tribunal ruling rejecting China's territorial claims. This statement follows similar remarks from the US, UK, and twelve other nations. Maritime disputes must be resolved peacefully according to…

The Times of India

China cries foul after 14 nations, including Japan, reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Accusing Japan of interfering in regional affairs and undermining peace and stability, China insisted that its sovereignty over the disputed waters has "never changed" despite the 2016 tribunal ruling. The diplomatic row erupted after Japan, along with the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and nine other countries,…

The Times of India

China rejects US-led backing for South China Sea ruling, calls tribunal award 'illegal'

China rejected renewed international support for a 2016 tribunal ruling. The ruling declared China's expansive South China Sea claims legally baseless. China insists the award is null and void and has no binding force. Fourteen nations reaffirmed the ruling's finality and commitment to a rules-based Indo-Pacific. Beijing also objected to…

Bangkok Post

South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis

TOKYO - ⁠China's ⁠expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, ‌Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries said in a joint statement on Sunday to mark the 10th ⁠anniversary of a landmark international tribunal ruling.

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