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China’s new naval powerhouse: The Fujian aircraft carrier sets sail

On May 1, 2024, China marked a significant milestone in its naval expansion with the maiden sea trial of the Fujian, its largest and most sophisticated aircraft carrier to date. Departing from Shanghai's Jiangnan Shipyard, the Fujian represents the latest advancement in China's growing naval capabilities, reflecting its broader strategic…

The Times of India

China's Coast Guard Fires Water Cannons At Philippine Vessel

Tensions escalate as China's coast guard fires water cannons at a Philippine vessel in the South China Sea.

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India’s nuanced approach in the South China Sea

The evolution of India’s position on the South China Sea cannot be decoupled from its complex relationship with China

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China sounds warning after Philippines and US announce most expansive military drills yet

Exercises starting on Monday will be the first to be held outside Philippines’ territorial waters, and come amid a rise in tensions in the South China Sea

The Guardian - AU

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

Trilateral Deal To Change South China Sea Dynamics

Trilateral deal involving US, Japan, and Philippines to address tensions in the South China Sea.

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Biden Reaffirms U.S. Defense Commitment To Philippines Amid China Tensions

Biden administration reaffirms support for the Philippines against Chinese provocations in the South China Sea, emphasizing shared commitment to a free and...

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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

Why Would The US Defend The Philippines?

Relations between the United States and the Philippines have been in overdrive since President Ferdinand Marcos took power in June 2022, fuelled by China's growing assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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

US, Japan, Philippines To Address China Tensions In Summit

President Biden to address Chinese aggression in the South China Sea with Japanese and Filipino leaders. White House expresses concern over China's activit...

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Biden To Address South China Sea Concerns In Summit

President Biden to address concerns over China's actions in South China Sea at upcoming summit with Japan and Philippines, focusing on regional security ch...

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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.

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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US Plans Joint South China Sea Patrols With Allies

US plans to increase joint patrols in the South China Sea to counter China's assertive claims and uphold freedom of navigation and international law.

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US Indo-Pacific Command Concerned About China's Aggression In South China Sea

U.S. expresses concerns over China's aggressive actions near Philippine-occupied Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, leading to joint exercises by ...

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Philippine Protesters Condemn China's Maritime Aggression

Protesters in the Philippines express discontent with China's actions in the South China Sea, highlighting ongoing tensions and calls for peaceful resolution.

International Business Times

First US-Japan-Philippines Summit To Boost Defence Ties

The leaders of Japan and the Philippines head to Washington this week for a first trilateral summit aimed at boosting defence ties, hot on the heels of four-way military drills in the South China Sea that riled Beijing.

Latin Times

China Conducts 'Combat Patrols' As US Holds Drills With Allies In Disputed Waters

The maritime activities took place days before US President Joe Biden was due to hold the first trilateral summit with the leaders of the Philippines and Japan, with growing tensions over the hotly contested South China Sea on the agenda.

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Australia Lawmaker Discusses Security Cooperation With Taiwan

A senior lawmaker from Australia recently visited Taiwan and discussed the potential for security cooperation between the two countries. The visit comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region, with China's increasing assertiveness in the South China Sea and its ongoing efforts to isolate Taiwan diplomatically.

International Business Times

China Conducts 'Combat Patrols' As US Holds Drills With Allies In Disputed Waters

China conducted "combat patrols" Sunday in the South China Sea, its army said, the same day the Philippines, the United States, Japan and Australia held their first joint drills in the disputed waters.

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China Conducts Air And Sea Patrols Amid South China Sea Tensions

China conducts patrols in the South China Sea in response to planned U.S.-led exercises, amid escalating tensions and territorial disputes.

Al Jazeera

China holds ‘combat patrol’ in South China Sea amid US-led war games

Beijing’s naval and air patrols in the disputed waterway take place as several US allies conduct first joint drills.

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