Philippines, South China Sea and us

Beijing, Philippines spar over South China Sea claims during Munich conference
China’s former deputy foreign minister Fu Ying said Beijing would not accept occupation of a World War II-era ship that Manila grounded in the area.
Rubio, Philippines’ Manalo Discuss South China Sea Coordination
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Philippine counterpart, Enrique Manalo, discussed “coordination on addressing China’s destabilizing actions in the South China Sea” and increased economic cooperation in a meeting in Munich on Friday,
Top US and Philippine diplomats discussed South China Sea, economic cooperation, State Dept says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, in a meeting in Munich on Friday (Feb 14), discussed bilateral coordination in the South China Sea and increasing economic cooperation,
Philippines voices concern over China-Australia air encounter in South China Sea
The Philippine foreign ministry said on Friday it was "concerned" over what it described as "unsafe manoeuvres" and the use of flares by a Chinese air force plane against an Australian Air Force aircraft in the South China Sea.
Philippines strengthens defence partnerships amid South China Sea tensions
The Philippines is stepping up efforts to strengthen its defence partnerships as tensions with China persist in the South China Sea. Manila is working to finalise defence agreements with Canada and New Zealand while also looking to expand joint military drills with the United States,
Why South China Sea row is now an election hot-button issue for Philippines
China issue 'will play well' among voters as more candidates adopt maritime row as part of their platforms Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr's playing of the China card this week urging a sweeping victory for his Senate allies marks the first time a political leader in the country is using a foreign policy issue to win votes.
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.
US Sends Bombers to South China Sea in Warning to Beijing
The training involved three Philippine FA-50 fighters and drills to enhance air domain awareness and joint combat capabilities.
US, Philippines, Canada hold joint drills in South China Sea
Naval and air force units of the US, Canada and the Philippines conducted joint drills in the South China Sea amid growing tensions in the region with China, local media reported Thursday.
Australian P-8A encounters Chinese J-16 in South China Sea
P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft encountered a People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) J-16 fighter jet over the South China Sea (SCS) on 11 February 2025. The Australian government issued a statement two days later describing the interaction as “unsafe and unprofessional” on China’s part.
Australia accuses China fighter jet of unsafe move above South China Sea
Australia said Thursday that a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian air force plane patrolling the South China Sea, accusing Beijing of “unsafe” military conduct. Beijing swiftly hit back,
Manila relying on 'transparency initiative' to offset Beijing's moves in South China Sea
Crew members assigned to the Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Sindangan say they knew their mission would involve facing off ...
Beijing Threatened by US Missile Launcher on South China Sea Edge
The Typhon dispute has exacerbated Philippines-China tensions when both sides are engaging in maritime standoff. In January, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. demanded China stop its ...
Canada and Philippines are in final negotiations for joint exercises in the South China Sea
The Philippine military has staged multinational patrols and drills since last year with counterparts from the U.S., Japan, ...
Philippines’ Marcos puts China at centre of poll campaign
Marcos is widely seen as having aggressively pushed back against Chinese claims. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Navy trains with allies in South China Sea amid uptick in Indo-Pacific activity
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold joined its Australian and British counterparts for a two-day exercise in the South ...
Philippines aims to boost military with India’s BrahMos systems to stave off China pressure
The Philippines has previously said it is eyeing mid-range missiles and at least 40 fighter jets to boost its defence ...
Philippines Aims to Diversify Defense Funding as Sea Row Lingers
The Philippines is seeking to expand funding sources to bolster its defense capability with submarines and missile systems as ...
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To safeguard peace in South China Sea, regional countries must be in the driver's seat: China Daily editorial
With the aim of ensuring lasting peace and stability in the waters, China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are ...