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Video Shows China Navy Ship in Close Encounter With US Ally
The encounter was notable for the involvement of naval vessels—a rare occurrence in a long-running dispute more commonly played out by the nations' coast guards, seen as posing a lower risk of ...
Vietnam Protests China, Philippines Activity in Disputed Waters
Vietnam lodged a formal protest against China and the Philippines for activities that it said violate its sovereignty in the ...
Philippines signs military pact with New Zealand to widen alliances while facing an assertive China
The Philippines has signed a military pact with New Zealand, allowing their forces to hold joint exercises as Manila ...
Japan and Philippines to start talks on 2 defense pacts in the face of China’s growing aggression
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has arrived in the Philippines to further boost an alliance in the face of China’s ...
No more South China Sea ‘flip-flopping’? Philippines plans long-term post-Marcos strategy
After swinging between Beijing and Washington, Manila seeks a steadier maritime policy that will endure beyond the current administration.
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Troops repel mock beach assault in Philippines amid South China Sea tensions
PALAWAN, Philippines — U.S., Filipino and Australian troops dug into beach dunes and unleashed a barrage of firepower — ...
Japan, Philippines Plan More Security Deals Amid China Tensions
The Philippines and Japan plan to expand their security partnership, their leaders said, as both countries grapple with ...
China takes centre stage in Philippines’ feisty midterm elections
The outcome of the polls could shape the country's strategic positioning. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Graco stroller maker Newell seeks tariff details before resuming China shipments
Newell Brands is looking for more clarity on how newly lowered U.S. tariffs will be applied before potentially resuming ...