Philippines, South China Sea

Beijing, Philippines spar over South China Sea claims during Munich conference
China’s former deputy foreign minister Fu Ying said Beijing would not accept occupation of a World War II-era ship that Manila grounded in the area.
Rubio, Philippines’ Manalo Discuss South China Sea Coordination
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Philippine counterpart, Enrique Manalo, discussed “coordination on addressing China’s destabilizing actions in the South China Sea” and increased economic cooperation in a meeting in Munich on Friday,
Philippines voices concern over China-Australia air encounter in South China Sea
The Philippine foreign ministry said on Friday it was "concerned" over what it described as "unsafe manoeuvres" and the use of flares by a Chinese air force plane against an Australian Air Force aircraft in the South China Sea.
Philippines strengthens defence partnerships amid South China Sea tensions
The Philippines is stepping up efforts to strengthen its defence partnerships as tensions with China persist in the South China Sea. Manila is working to finalise defence agreements with Canada and New Zealand while also looking to expand joint military drills with the United States,
Beijing Threatened by US Missile Launcher on South China Sea Edge
The Typhon dispute has exacerbated Philippines-China tensions when both sides are engaging in maritime standoff. In January, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. demanded China stop its aggressive behavior in the South China Sea in exchange for the Typhon's removal.
China accuses Australia of deliberate provocation in South China Sea
China accused Australia on Friday of deliberately provoking it with a maritime patrol in the disputed South China Sea this week, saying the latter was spreading "false narratives", though Australia maintained its action adhered to international law.
South China Sea: how US can enable Philippines to counter Beijing and help ease tensions
US think tank report says Washington can initiate ‘virtuous cycle of de-escalatory steps’ to reduce risk and help Manila bolster its lawful claims.
Top US, Philippine Diplomats Discussed South China Sea, Economic Cooperation, State Dept Says
OTTAWA (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, in a meeting in Munich on Friday, discussed bilateral coordination in the South China Sea and increasing economic cooperation, the State Department said.
Manila relying on 'transparency initiative' to offset Beijing's moves in South China Sea
Crew members assigned to the Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Sindangan say they knew their mission would involve facing off against huge, numerous, intimidating Chinese vessels in the contested waters of the Sea.
US-made Typhon missiles to bolster security, deter ‘repressive’ China: Philippine defence chief
Mr Gilberto Teodoro Jr said the Philippines’ plans to acquire the missile system were an “internal matter”. Read more at ...
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Top US and Philippine diplomats discussed South China Sea, economic cooperation, State Dept says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, in a meeting in Munich on Friday (Feb 14), ...
Why China’s loss could be South Korea’s gain as Southeast Asia seeks new weapons suppliers
South China Sea disputes, affordability and political trust help Seoul gain foothold in Southeast Asian arms market, analysts ...
Philippines Aims to Diversify Defense Funding as Sea Row Lingers
The Philippines is seeking to expand funding sources to bolster its defense capability with submarines and missile systems as ...