South China Sea Donald Trump

Philippines, South China Sea

How US-Philippines quiet show of South China Sea strength sent ‘a clear message’

As the world's attention turned towards Washington and Donald Trump's inauguration, the Pentagon was operating decisively under the radar Days before Donald Trump's inauguration, Washington quietly deployed an aircraft carrier strike group to the disputed South China Sea and staged secretive naval drills with the Philippines.

Reuters · 9d

US, Japanese, Philippine leaders discussed China's behavior in South China Sea, White House says

U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday met virtually with his counterparts from Japan and the Philippines to advance cooperation among the three countries, the White House said.

Intellinews on MSN · 1d

The Philippines takes a stand against China's maritime aggression in the South China Sea

Taipei Bureau The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has vowed to continue its efforts to challenge China’s increasing presence in the South China Sea, asserting its determination to prevent Beijing from normalising illegal maritime patrols.

South China Morning Post on MSN · 1d

‘It’s a win’: Philippines, China uphold South China Sea deal on resupply missions

Analysts say the agreement 'commits both states to a status quo' and urge the Philippines to hold firm on its South China Sea stance In a rare moment of accord amid their simmering feud over the South China Sea,

Donald Trump, Gulf of Mexico

The New York Times · 20h

Can Trump Rename the Gulf of Mexico the ‘Gulf of America’?

The president issued an executive order to change the name of the body of water, but its power may be limited beyond the United States.

Al Jazeera English · 5h

Can Trump really take over the Panama Canal, rename the Gulf of Mexico?

As United States President Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term on Monday, he repeated his wishes to acquire the Panama Canal and rename the Gulf of Mexico in his inaugural speech. Trump has spoken about the canal and the Gulf of Mexico previously. On Monday, he signalled he was serious about moving ahead with both those ideas – and soon.

The Washington Post · 20h

Mexico's president amused by Trump's order to rename the Gulf of Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has an answer for President Donald Trump about his idea of renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America:” he can call it whatever he wants on the American pa

Chatham House6d

Trump’s ambiguous stance on China raises the risk of accidental conflict in the Indo-Pacific

The incoming US administration must reduce uncertainty over its stance on China or risk accidental escalation over ...

India Today on MSN1d

Is Trump supplying ammo to expansionist China via Panama Canal?

Donald Trump's aggressive stance on the Panama Canal risks setting a dangerous precedent. It could offer China a blueprint to ...

5hon MSN

China and US partners are moving closer as Trump returns to the White House

China's relations are starting to improve with Japan, India and other countries that former U.S. President Joe Biden courted, ...

Channel NewsAsia Singapore12d

Philippines seeks diplomatic means in South China Sea disputes but will defend sovereign rights: Foreign Secretary

The Philippines’ Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo discusses how his nation navigates tensions in the South China Sea, ...

Trump 'unlikely to take the initiative to use Taiwan as a bargaining chip' with Beijing, Bonnie Glaser says

Trump term mean for Taiwan, especially with a Republican-controlled Congress? After Trump was elected in 2016, he initially ...

7don MSN

Japan and Philippines plan to convey to Trump the need for US engagement in Asia

Japan and the Philippines plan to convey to President-elect Donald Trump the urgent need for the U.S. to remain committed to ...

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty1d

From Ukraine To The Pacific, Trump Administration Faces New Threats From China-Russia Partnership

As China continues to boost Russia's war effort in Ukraine, Taiwan is grappling with rising Chinese pressure boosted by growing military cooperation from Russia. The deepening partnership is set to ...

Regtechtimes on MSN2d

2-Day Chinese Military Patrol in South China Sea Raises New Concerns

The Chinese military has conducted two-day joint combat readiness patrols in the contested South China Sea. This marked the first such patrol of the year, heightening tensions with the Philippines and ...

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