![Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/61634780799_SouthChinaSea.jpg)
Philippines rejects 'use of force' to undermine its South China Sea interests
The Philippines rejects the "use of force" to undermine its interests in the contested South China Sea but it does not want any conflict.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720753358_EUChina.jpg)
China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea
EU issued a statement to mark the anniversary of arbitration regarding sovereignty in the region which ruled in the Philippines' favour and which was rejected by China.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Philippines and Japan sign defence pact, with eyes on China Philippines and Japan sign defence pact, with eyes on China](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717496759_SouthChinaSea.jpg)
Philippines and Japan sign defence pact, with eyes on China
The agreement eases entry for foreign personnel and equipment, creating a framework to facilitate military cooperation for visiting force.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![President Marcos invites Malaysian companies to Southern Philippines President Marcos invites Malaysian companies to Southern Philippines](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71719887508_MohamadHasan.jpg)
President Marcos invites Malaysian companies to Southern Philippines
The Philippines also gave its assurance to render full cooperation during Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![MMEA foils attempt to smuggle 46 barrels of subsidised petrol to the Philippines MMEA foils attempt to smuggle 46 barrels of subsidised petrol to the Philippines](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/71618736780_MalaysianMaritimeE.jpg)
MMEA foils attempt to smuggle 46 barrels of subsidised petrol to the Philippines
MMEA seized 46 barrels of subsidised petrol, amounting to 1,150 litres, left on a boat in the waters of Pulai Berhala in Sandakan.
Wed Jun 26 2024
![Philippines tells Beijing its words must match actions in South China Sea Philippines tells Beijing its words must match actions in South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702373967_TBChinesemilitia.jpg)
Philippines tells Beijing its words must match actions in South China Sea
The Philippines urges China to avoid actions that endanger sailors and vessels in the South China Sea.
Wed Jun 19 2024
![Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of 'barbaric' blocking of medical evacuation Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of 'barbaric' blocking of medical evacuation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717496759_SouthChinaSea.jpg)
Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of 'barbaric' blocking of medical evacuation
The Philippine coast guard accused its Chinese counterpart of blocking efforts to evacuate a sick armed forces member in South China Sea.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![Philippines says troops held weapons but did not point at Chinese coast guard Philippines says troops held weapons but did not point at Chinese coast guard](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717496759_SouthChinaSea.jpg)
Philippines says troops held weapons but did not point at Chinese coast guard
China's foreign ministry said the Philippines' actions at the shoal, which it calls Renai Reef, were illegal.
Tue Jun 04 2024
![China denies Philippine report of artificial island in disputed waters China denies Philippine report of artificial island in disputed waters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715654889_Seashoaljpg.jpg)
China denies Philippine report of "artificial island" in disputed waters
The Philippine accused China of building an artificial island, having documented what it said were piles of dead, crushed coral on sandbars.
Tue May 14 2024
![Extreme heat is closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide Extreme heat is closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81714547566_classroom.jpg)
Extreme heat is closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide
High temperatures slow down the brain's cognitive functions, lowering pupils' ability to retain and process information.
Sun May 05 2024
![Philippines accuses China of damaging its vessel in disputed South China Sea shoal Philippines accuses China of damaging its vessel in disputed South China Sea shoal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81714468372_ChineseCoastGuard.jpg)
Philippines accuses China of damaging its vessel in disputed South China Sea shoal
The Philippine coast guard said one of its vessel sustained damage from use of water cannon by two Chinese coast guard ships.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![Philippines' 'dangerous' heat prompts shift to online classes, power crunch Philippines' 'dangerous' heat prompts shift to online classes, power crunch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81714371064_Philippinesjpg.jpg)
Philippines' 'dangerous' heat prompts shift to online classes, power crunch
Philippines grapples with heatwave that is also affecting other parts of Southeast Asia.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712904175_tbtrilateralsummi.jpg)
Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit
United States defense commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are iron clad, said Joe Biden.
Fri Apr 12 2024
![EXPLAINER - South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up? EXPLAINER - South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702373967_TBChinesemilitia.jpg)
EXPLAINER - South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up?
Encounters between the Philippines and China in Asia's most contested waters have grown tenser and more frequent over the past year.
Thu Apr 11 2024
![Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712635439_JapaneseUSjpg.jpg)
Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount
Joe Biden's bilateral summit with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida will bring an upgrade in defense ties with Japan.
Tue Apr 09 2024