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Philippines seeks UN confirmation of its vast continental seabed in the disputed South China Sea

The Philippines has asked a United Nations body to formally recognize the extent of a vast undersea stretch of its continental seabed in the South China Sea, where it could exclusively exploit resources, the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila said

The Independent UK

China seeks detention of foreigners in disputed South China Sea

Philippines files new legal submission before the UN, asserting its own entitlements while challenging Beijing’s claim.

Al Jazeera

New China Rules Allow Detention Of Foreigners In South China Sea

New Chinese coast guard rules took effect Saturday, under which it can detain foreigners for trespassing in the disputed South China Sea, where neighbours and the G7 have accused Beijing of intimidation and coercion.

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China’s maritime militia: the shadowy armada whose existence Beijing rarely acknowledges

They look like simple fishing boats but are capable of swarming in huge numbers to help Beijing stake its territorial claims in the South China Sea

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Sweden Defense Chief Expresses Concern Over South China Sea

Sweden expresses concern over Beijing's dangerous maneuvers in the South China Sea, emphasizing security threats and the need for investments in security a...

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Swedish defense chief says actions against Philippines in South China Sea threaten global security

Sweden’s defense chief has expressed alarm over Beijing’s repeated dangerous maneuvers against Philippine vessels in the disputed South China Sea, saying such actions threaten local and global security, undermine regional stability and underscore the need to invest “for our security and freedom.”

The Independent UK

Philippines says China coast guard seized food dropped by plane for Filipino forces in disputed sea

The Philippine military chief says the Chinese coast guard seized one of four food packs dropped by a plane for Filipino navy personnel at a territorial outpost that has been surrounded by Chinese vessels in the South China Sea

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Philippines Says Chinese Boats Seized Supplies Airdropped To Filipino Outpost

The Philippine military said Tuesday that Chinese boats illegally "seized" food and medicine airdropped to a Filipino outpost in the South China Sea.

International Business Times

Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente

US defence chief Lloyd Austin hails a ‘new era of security’ in the Asia Pacific, drawing a strong pushback from China.

Al Jazeera

Philippines President Warns Of Potential Conflict In South China Sea

Philippines President Marcos warns of potential conflict in South China Sea if Filipino citizen is killed by Chinese actions.

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US, China Defence Chiefs To Hold Rare Talks In Singapore

The expected meeting between the United States' Lloyd Austin and China's Dong Jun at the Shangri-La Dialogue will be the first substantive face-to-face talks between their countries' defense chiefs in 18 months.

International Business Times

Philippines says it will forge security alliances and stage combat drills despite China's opposition

The Philippine defense secretary says it will continue to build security alliances and stage joint combat drills in disputed waters to defend its territorial interests

The Independent UK

Philippines blames China for loss of giant clams in disputed shoal and urges environmental inquiry

The Philippines has blamed Chinese fishermen for a massive loss of giant clams in a disputed shoal controlled by China’s coast guard in the South China Sea and urged an international inquiry into the amount of environmental damage in the area

The Independent UK

Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other's ‘expansionism’

Russia and China are helped each other expand their territorial reach, and democracies must push back against authoritarian states that threaten their rights and sovereignty, Taiwan’s outgoing foreign minister, Joseph Wu, said in an interview with The Associated Press

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Philippines Sends Ships To Disputed Atoll With China

The Philippines dispatches ships to a disputed atoll in the South China Sea amid rising tensions with China over territorial claims.

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Philippines Urges Expulsion Of Chinese Diplomats In Sea Dispute

The Philippines expels Chinese diplomats in response to escalating tensions in the South China Sea, signaling a firm stance against Chinese aggression.

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China Military Drives Away US Destroyer In South China Sea

Recent incident in South China Sea as Chinese military drives away US destroyer, escalating tensions.

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Philippines, US simulate mock invasions in largest ever war games

The Balikatan joint military exercises conclude on Friday after weeks of live fire drills and new weapons deployment.

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3 Indian Naval ships arrive in Singapore for operational deployment to South China Sea

Three Indian Naval Ships have arrived in Singapore for a three-day visit as part of the operational deployment of the Navy’s Eastern Fleet to the South China Sea

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US, Australia, Philippines Conduct Military Drills In South China Sea

Annual Balikatan drills demonstrate allied forces' defense capabilities in response to China's actions in the South China Sea.

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US-Filipino Military Drills In Strategic Bashi Channel

US Marines and Filipino troops engage in annual Balikatan exercises amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea.

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Philippines Summons Chinese Diplomat Over South China Sea Dispute

The Philippines summons Chinese diplomat over South China Sea tensions, highlighting diplomatic efforts to address territorial disputes peacefully.

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Philippines Raises Concerns Over Chinese Coast Guard In South China Sea

The Philippines expresses concern over Chinese coast guard actions in the disputed South China Sea, calling for peaceful resolution and international support.

The Times of India

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…

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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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