United States and Philippine forces fired a dozen rockets in the direction of the South China Sea as part of this year’s ongoing Balikatan joint … More
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Philippines says Chinese coast guard elevating tensions in South China Sea
The Philippines on Wednesday (May 1) accused China’s coast guard of elevating tensions in the South China Sea after its … More
China hosts foreign naval officials amid South China Sea tensions
The Chinese Navy on Sunday (Apr 21) kicked off a biennial meeting of top foreign naval officials in the port … More
“Unbreakable”: Biden On US-Japan Ties During Japanese PM’s State Visit
President Joe Biden hailed “unbreakable” US-Japanese ties Wednesday as he hosted Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a White House state … More
China ‘gravely concerned’ about reports Japan could join Aukus security pact
China on Monday said it was “gravely concerned” about reports that Japan could soon join the Aukus security pact amid a push … More
China Conducts “Combat Patrols” In Disputed Sea In US Presence
China conducted military “combat patrols” Sunday in the disputed South China Sea, its army said, the same day as joint … More
Philippines’ Marcos boosts security as South China Sea tension rises
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has ordered his government to strengthen its coordination on maritime security to confront “a range … More
Philippines says it will not yield to submission in row with ‘patronising’ China
The Philippines is not seeking a fight or trouble in the South China Sea but will not be cowed into … More
Philippines will not be ‘cowed into silence’ by China: President Marcos
President Ferdinand Marcos said Thursday the Philippines will not be “cowed into silence” by Beijing after confrontations in the South … More
Philippines Summons Chinese Envoy Over “Aggressive Actions” By China Coast Guard
The Philippines said Monday it had summoned a Chinese envoy over “aggressive actions” by the China Coast Guard and other … More
Philippines to build new islands port near Taiwan without US help, governor says
The US military will not be involved in the development of a port in the Philippines’ remote northernmost islands near … More
Philippines on China’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea: What we know
The Philippines’ coast guard (PCG) on Sunday accused China of “dangerous and blocking” manoeuvres while its vessel patrolled near Scarborough … More
UN urges Philippines to curb killings of journalists
A United Nations expert has called for abolishing an anti-communism task force in the Philippines, following a nearly two-week visit in … More
China slams ‘provocative’ US moves in South China Sea as both sides conduct drills
China on Thursday slammed what it called “provocative” moves by the United States and its ally the Philippines in the … More
China Has Been Aggressor Along Himalayan Border, Says US Diplomat
China has been an aggressor against India along the Himalayan border, a top American diplomat nominated by President Joe Biden … More
Philippines President Congratulates His Critic Nobel Prize Winner Ressa
Nobel Prize 2021: Maria Ressa has been fighting multiple legal challenges in courts related to Rappler’s dogged investigative reporting of … More
Philippines journalist Ressa and Russian journalist Muratov win 2021 Nobel Peace Prize
“Ms Ressa and Mr Muratov are receiving the Peace Prize for their courageous fight for freedom of expression in the … More
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to exit politics
Barred from running for a second term as president by the Philippines constitution, Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has announced that … More