South China Sea, Philippines

Standoff in the skies: Witnessing an unsafe intercept over the South China Sea
A Chinese military helicopter edged dangerously close to a Philippine plane on patrol over the flash point Scarborough Shoal, an incident witnessed by The Japan Times.
Philippines Should Withdraw Missile System From South China Sea, Chinese State Media
BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese state media on Wednesday called on the Philippines to withdraw the United States' "Typhon" intermediate range missile from the South China Sea, saying the Philippines had repeatedly broken its promises by introducing the missile system.
Philippines, Japan Pledge Further Defense Cooperation Amid South China Sea Spats
The Philippines and Japan pledged to enhance their defense alliance through training exercises, logistical activities, equipment transfers and intelligence sharing on Monday amid China’s assertive moves in the South China Sea.
China military helicopter flies within 10 feet of Philippines patrol plane over South China Sea
A Philippine plane warned a Chinese military helicopter over the South China Sea that it was "flying too close," as tension between the U.S. ally and Beijing soars.
Philippines says China is 'hindering' its companies from exploring natural resources in the contested South China Sea
The South China Sea is an important shipping route that holds significant oil and gas reserves.
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.
PH should withdraw missile system from South China Sea — Chinese state media
Chinese state media on Wednesday called on the Philippines to withdraw the United States' Typhon intermediate range missile from the South China Sea, saying the Philippines had repeatedly broken its promises by introducing the missile system.
Communist jets clash with Philippine plane over South China Sea
Chinese jets clashed with Philippine planes flying over a disputed archipelago in the South China Sea. Footage shows the Communist military forces warning the Philippine aircraft soaring over the contested Spratly Islands on February 20.
China: Chinese Forces Drive Out Philippine Planes in Bold South China Sea Clash
Tensions soared in the South China Sea on February 20 as Chinese military forces expelled three Philippine aircraft accused of illegally breaching airspace over the disputed Nansha Qundao islands. According to a spokesperson from the People’s Liberation Army,
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China’s “Deep Sea Space Station” Will Be 6,500ft Underwater
Coming in 2030, the ambitious new project can hold six scientists for a month at a time, deep beneath the surface.
To counter China, US must maintain soft power and alliances, Congress hears
Any effective counter to China's growing military and political muscle must include alliances and the use of soft power, ...
Crucial to accelerate South China Sea Code of Conduct negotiations, maintain stability, says PM Anwar
Malaysia has reaffirmed the importance of maintaining stability in the South China Sea, ensuring compliance with ...
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China says Philippines ‘illegally’ flew planes over South China Sea islands
Beijing claims almost the entirety of the South China Sea, placing it in regular conflict with neighbouring countries including Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
Beijing Says History Supports Sweeping Claims in South China Sea
China has claimed sovereignty over most of the South China Sea, claims that overlap with those of neighboring nations, ...
US Coast Guard ship in Tasman Sea did not interact with Chinese navy, commander says
A U.S. Coast Guard cutter crossing the Tasman Sea as part of maritime security cooperation with Australia and New Zealand ...
China holds live-fire exercises in Gulf of Tonkin after Vietnam marks its territorial claims
China says its forces have begun live-fire exercises in the Gulf of Tonkin only days after Vietnam announced a new line ...
Fabricated image spurs false claims of China, Canada warships 'close encounter'
After reports emerged in January that Chinese warships tracked a Canadian navy vessel passing through the disputed South ...