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Philippines Successfully Resupplies Shoal Amid China Tensions

Philippine government successfully delivers supplies to disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, marking a milestone in regional tensions.

Blinken Set For Talks With Chinese Counterpart In Laos

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to arrive Saturday in Laos, where he will meet his Chinese counterpart at a regional conference and work to reinforce Washington's ties with its allies.

International Business Times · Jul 26, 2024

ASEAN Diplomats Meet With China Amid South China Sea Tensions

ASEAN diplomats meet in Vientiane to address South China Sea tensions and Myanmar crisis, navigating complex geopolitical dynamics.

Southeast Asian diplomats meet with China as friction mounts over Beijing's sweeping maritime claims

Top diplomats from Southeast Asia have met with China’s Foreign Minister for talks that come as friction continues to escalate in the region as Beijing grows more assertive in pressing sweeping maritime claims

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2024

ASEAN Summit In Vientiane Addresses Myanmar Crisis And South China Sea Tensions

ASEAN meetings in Vientiane address Myanmar's civil war, South China Sea tensions, and broader regional challenges, emphasizing unity and cooperation.

Myanmar violence, South China Sea tensions are top issues as Southeast Asian diplomats meet in Laos

Southeast Asian foreign ministers are gathering in the capital of Laos for the start of a regional forum that will run through Saturday

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024

Tensions Rise As Manila And Beijing Clash In South China Sea

Learn about the escalating tensions in the South China Sea as conflicting reports emerge on an interim deal for stranded Philippine marines.

China And Philippines Reach Deal To Ease South China Sea Tensions

China and the Philippines reach an agreement to ease tensions at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, aiming for peaceful resolution amidst territor...

Marcos says Philippines ‘cannot yield’ in South China Sea dispute

Philippine president makes remarks as Beijing and Manila agree on a deal to defuse tensions at the Second Thomas Shoal.

Al Jazeera · Jul 22, 2024

Philippine president orders shutdown of Chinese-run online gambling outfits employing thousands.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered an immediate ban on widespread and mostly Chinese-run online gaming operations in the Philippines accusing them of venturing into crimes, including financial scams, human trafficking, torture, kidnapping and murder

The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2024

Philippines And China Reach Deal On Disputed Shoal

Philippines and China agree to prevent confrontations at disputed shoal in South China Sea, aiming to ease tensions and promote stability in the region.

China And Philippines Reach Deal To Ease South China Sea Tensions

China and the Philippines reach agreement to ease tensions at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, marking rare cooperation amidst ongoing territori...

China and Philippines reach deal to avoid clashes at disputed reef

China and the Philippines have struck a deal aimed at stopping the two countries from clashing over the fiercely disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, the Philippine government said Sunday. In the past year, the territorial standoff at the reef has flared and came to a head…

France 24 · Jul 21, 2024

China and the Philippines reach deal in effort to stop clashes at fiercely disputed shoal

Two Philippine officials said China and the Philippines have reached a deal they hope will end confrontations at the most fiercely disputed shoal in the South China Sea

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2024

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China And Philippines Sign Agreement To Enhance Maritime Communication

China and the Philippines establish direct communication to manage South China Sea disputes and prevent escalation. Efforts focus on enhancing maritime com...

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

New accord establishes a hotline Chinese and Philippine presidents can use to stop clashes at sea

A recently signed agreement will open a direct line of communication between China and the Philippines’ presidential offices to try and prevent any new confrontation from spiraling out of control in the disputed South China Sea

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2024

US renews call on China to stop aggressive actions in disputed sea, where hostilities have flared

The United States has renewed a call on China to stop its aggressive actions in the South China Sea, saying a broader web of security alliances has emerged to preserve the rule of law in the disputed waters

The Guardian - AU · Jul 12, 2024

Confrontations in South China Sea surge, raising fears a miscalculation could lead to conflict

Vessels have been rammed, punctured with knives, damaged by water cannon and targeted by military-grade lasers. Now the Philippines’ US ambassador has warned the aggression must be reduced to avoid conflict

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International Business Times · Jul 12, 2024

Philippines To 'Stand Our Ground' In South China Sea Dispute

The Philippines will "stand our ground" in a dispute with Beijing over the South China Sea, a top security official said Friday, eight years after an international ruling against China in the territorial contest.

China's 'Monster' Coast Guard Ship Intimidates Philippines In Dispute

China's deployment of 'The Monster' coast guard ship near the Philippines' EEZ raises tensions in the South China Sea dispute.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2024

Book on Aukus ‘fiasco’ says decision to embrace pact will ‘haunt’ Labor for years

Andrew Fowler’s book reveals one of Australia’s most important requirements for its submarines was the ability to work alongside the US in South China Sea

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2024

Philippine military chief warns his forces will fight back if assaulted again in disputed sea

The Philippine military chief says his forces will defend themselves with “the same level of force” if they come under assault again from China’s coast guard in the disputed South China Sea

International Business Times · Jul 2, 2024

Philippines Says It Agrees With China To 'De-escalate' South China Sea Tensions

The Philippines and China agreed on Tuesday to "de-escalate tensions" over the South China Sea, Manila said, following a violent clash in the disputed waters last month.

International Business Times · Jun 23, 2024

Marcos Says Philippines Won't Be Intimidated Amid China Row

President Ferdinand Marcos said Sunday the Philippines "will not be intimidated" by anyone after a violent clash between the Filipino navy and the Chinese coast guard in the South China Sea.

Philippines President Stands Firm Against Chinese Aggression In Sea

President of the Philippines stands firm against Chinese forces in South China Sea clash, drawing international concern and emphasizing commitment to peace...

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