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China says Philippines has 'provoked trouble' in South China Sea with US backing
China accused the Philippines on Friday of having "provoked trouble" in the South China Sea with U.S. backing, a week after Beijing and Manila traded accusations over a new confrontation in the disputed waters.
South China Sea: why Philippines’ new legal case against Beijing may fall flat
Instead of filing a new arbitration case against China, analysts suggest the Philippines use alternative strategies, including a judicial review of the 2016 ruling.
US Navy Eyes More Lethal Firepower in South China Sea
The U.S. Navy will deploy the littoral combat ships with added capabilities forward around the globe, particularly in the Pacific Ocean, Del Toro added. He also claimed that the containerized launcher will provide "tremendous firepower" and more technical advantage over U.S. adversaries.
Philippines, China Again Clash at Two Disputed South China Sea Shoals
The confrontations at Scarborough and Sabina shoals indicate that Beijing has no intention of easing off on its pressure campaign in disputed waters.
U.S. Destroyer Performs South China Sea FONOP
A U.S. destroyer performed a freedom of navigation operation in the Spratly Islands on Friday, U.S. 7th Fleet announced. USS Preble (DDG-88) sailed within 12 nautical miles of Swallow Reef, a Navy official told USNI News.
Philippines, China trade accusations on new South China Sea confrontation
China and the Philippines gave conflicting versions on Wednesday of a maritime confrontation around a contested shoal in the South China Sea, the latest row in a longstanding dispute between the neighbours.
After a month of calm, China harasses Philippine patrol in the South China Sea
The South China Sea, with its many strategic islands, is one of the biggest maritime routes in the world and has been a flashpoint between China and its neighbors. Naval aggression between the various nations is not new but follows a month of respite.
China carrying out 'maritime occupation' in West Philippine Sea: analyst
The analysts suggests that the Philippines counter China's "maritime occupation" by "exploiting" their position as the "occupier," which he said was a resource-intensive endeavor.
Waves continue in South China Sea as China warns against 'provocative actions'
With tensions in the South China Sea showing no signs of abating, countries with claims in the disputed waterway are seeking ...
US Sends A-10 'Warthogs' to Allied Air Base in Contested South China Sea
The Warthog, which was originally designed for close air support of ground forces, also has maritime combat capabilities.
Malaysia, Thailand call for peaceful resolution in South China Sea disputes
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Thailand have reiterated their common position on issues concerning the South China Sea, urging all ...
A US ally in the Pacific spotted a Russian submarine in the contested South China Sea
The Philippines said it spotted a Russian submarine in the South China Sea last week, in the latest sign of tensions in the ...
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Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Leaves South China Sea, Russian Surface Action Group Visits China
Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) is now operating in the Philippine Sea after leaving the South China Sea on Monday, USNI ...
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China’s offshore oil and gas production set for robust growth in 2025
Crude oil production expected to increase by 3.8% in 2025 to 1.36 million barrels per day, while natural gas will jump by ...
Philippines to continue resupply missions in S.China Sea, won't escalate situation
MANILA (Reuters) -Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Tuesday that the country will not send its navy to support ...
Satellite Photos Show China's Warships in Naval Standoff
Chinese and Taiwanese warships were spotted in a standoff in the contested waters near Taiwan on Tuesday as China continued ...