The Latest Breaking News from the South China Sea

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…

Tensions escalate as China's coast guard fires water cannons at a Philippine vessel 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

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

Philiippines president highlights benefits to the Philippines economy of promised $100bn of investments.