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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

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

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...

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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

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

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...

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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

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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

The Guardian - AU

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.

International Business Times

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.

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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 Guardian - AU

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

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.

International Business Times

US Diplomat Emphasizes Strong Partnership With Vietnam

Explore the strong U.S.-Vietnam relationship, economic ties, and concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea.

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The Independent UK

Philippines won't invoke mutual defense treaty with US after Chinese confrontation at disputed shoal

The Philippines says it has no plans to invoke its mutual defense treaty with the United States after the Chinese coast guard reportedly rammed, boarded and used machetes and axes to damage two Philippine navy boats in a chaotic faceoff that injured several Filipino navy personnel at a disputed shoal…

The Independent UK

Vietnam says it's ready to hold talks with Philippines on overlapping continental shelf claims

Vietnam says it's ready to hold talks with the Philippines to settle their overlapping claims to the undersea continental shelf in the South China Sea

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Philippines Accuses China Of Brutal Assault In South China Sea

Recent clash between Philippines and China in the South China Sea raises tensions. China's Coast Guard accused of brutal assault on Philippine soldiers.

International Business Times

Chinese Sailors Wield Knives, Axe In Disputed Sea Clash With Philippines

Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing knives, an axe and other weapons clashed with Philippine naval vessels near a strategic reef in the South China Sea, dramatic new footage released by Manila showed.

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Chinese Sailors Wield Sticks, Axe In Disputed Sea Clash With Philippines

Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing weapons including sticks, knives and an axe clashed with Philippine naval vessels near a strategic reef in the South China Sea, dramatic new footage released by Manila showed.

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Japan And New Zealand Strengthen Security Cooperation

Japan and New Zealand agree on intelligence sharing pact to address regional security challenges and escalating tensions in the South China Sea.

The Independent UK

Philippines demands China return rifles and pay for boat damage after hostilities in disputed sea

The Philippine military chief has demanded that China return several rifles and equipment seized by the Chinese coast guard in a disputed shoal and pay for damage in an assault he likened to an act of piracy in the South China Sea

International Business Times

Philippines Says Chinese Coast Guard Boarded Navy Vessels In South China Sea

Monday's incident was the latest in a series of escalating confrontations between Chinese and Philippine ships in recent months as Beijing steps up efforts to push its claims to the disputed area.

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US Condemns China Over South China Sea Collision

Tensions escalate between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea over collision near Second Thomas Shoal, drawing condemnation from the US.

LiveScience

Ming dynasty shipwrecks hide a treasure trove of artifacts in the South China Sea, excavation reveals

Researchers have retrieved hundreds of artifacts, including porcelain items, copper coins and ornate pieces of pottery.

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China's Aggressive Actions In South China Sea Escalate Tensions

China's actions in the South China Sea are escalating tensions, with concerns of conflict rising. Multiple countries claim the Spratly Islands, and the Phi...

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