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
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
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?
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
Philippines to boost diplomacy and defence capability as South China Sea 'countermeasures'
China says regardless of what policies the Philippines rolls out, none would affect China's maritime rights of sovereignty claims.
Mon Apr 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Appeasement no more: Malaysia must defend its sovereignty in the South China Sea
It is time for Malaysia to adopt a more robust strategy to defend its national interests.
Mon Apr 01 2024
South China Sea: Malaysia committed to peaceful resolution
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said "we should continue to maintain the South China Sea as a sea of peace, stability and trade."
Wed Mar 06 2024
ASEAN summit focus on maritime security, trade amid South China Sea tensions
The summit is also expected to release joint declaration that outlines ASEAN's position on Israel-Gaza war and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Wed Mar 06 2024
Philippines calls out China for 'unprovoked coercion' in South China Sea
China's actions put "into question the sincerity of its calls for peaceful dialogue and lessening of tensions, a Philippine task force said.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Australia warns Southeast Asia of 'coercive actions'
Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced $186.7 million in funding for ASEAN projects in areas including maritime security.
Mon Mar 04 2024
Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the navy vessels will not deter the Philippines from defending its maritime territory and protecting fishermen.
Wed Feb 28 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating the Indo-Pacific: China's Maritime Ambitions and Regional Dynamics
As China casts its gaze across the Indian Ocean, its actions spark a complex dance of diplomacy, deterrence, and dialogue.
Fri Feb 23 2024
Philippines to boost military presence in islands facing Taiwan
The Bashi Channel between those islands and Taiwan considered a choke point for vessels moving between western Pacific and South China Sea.
Wed Feb 07 2024
Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef
The Chinese coastguard said it had temporarily allowed Philippines to provide food and water to soldiers stationed at BRP Sierra Madre.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Philippines' Marcos says maritime cooperation a cornerstone in Vietnam visit
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to meet Vietnam's top officials and work on agreements on coastguard cooperation and rice supply.
Mon Jan 29 2024