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Philippines on Alert as China Plans ‘Nature Reserve’ in Disputed Shoal
The Philippines says it is keeping a close eye on China after Beijing announced plans to set up a “nature reserve” around the disputed...
Scarborough Isn’t Just a Shoal. It Is a Surcharge on America
Each time a China Coast Guard vessel rams or water-cannons a Philippine boat near Scarborough Shoal, the United States gets a new price tag....
China Fires on Philippine Ships with Water Cannon in South China Sea
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China’s Coast Guard fired water cannon at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday, accusing Manila of “illegal intrusion” and ramming...
China’s Military Warns Philippines Amid Rising South China Sea Tensions
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China’s military said Sunday it conducted routine patrols in the South China Sea and warned the Philippines against “provocations” and reliance on foreign...
Strategic Shoal in Spotlight as China Announces Coral Reef Reserve Measure
Background
Scarborough Shoal — known as Huangyan Island in China and Panatag or Bajo de Masinloc in the Philippines — is one of the most...
Philippines Condemns China’s ‘Nature Reserve’ in Disputed Shoal
BackgroundAccording to Reuters, the South China Sea remains one of Asia’s most contested regions, with China claiming nearly the entire waterway through its “nine-dash...
Marcos’ Visit to India: An Attempt to Forge Strong Economic Cooperation
Amidst Trump’s tariff threat, the Philippines’ President Marcos Jr. visited India from 4th to 8th August, making it his longest state visit abroad. Both...
Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea
MANILA, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The Philippine and Indian navies have sailed together for the first time in the South China Sea, officials said...
Strengthening Ties: Marcos Jr. Visits U.S. to Bolster Philippines-US Alliance
Washington—world history witnessed the longest bilateral relations of the United States of America with the Philippines in the East Asian region. The unfolding events...
ASEAN Faces Strategic Crossroads as China Expands Security Agenda
China initiated the Global Security Initiative (GSI) in 2022, a comprehensive framework designed to strengthen cooperation and promote collaborative approaches to both bilateral and...