The Latest Breaking News from South China Sea

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

Philippines President Duterte plans trilateral summit with US and Japan to address South China Sea cooperation and regional security challenges.

Recent clashes between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea have raised concerns of a maritime escalation.

The United States, Australia, Japan and the Philippines will hold joint naval and air drills in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday, their defence chiefs said in a statement, as they deepen ties to counter China's growing assertiveness in the region.

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...

Philippine President vows action against Chinese aggression in South China Sea, sparking tensions with Beijing and US involvement.

Philippine president announces countermeasures against Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, escalating tensions in the region.

President Ferdinand Marcos said Thursday the Philippines will not be "cowed into silence" by Beijing after confrontations in the South China Sea that injured Filipino troops and damaged vessels.

Two countries involved in a second incident this month at disputed Second Thomas Shoal.