- March 31st, 2025
Due to the ongoing territorial disputes in the South China Sea, China conducted intensive sea and air combat drills near the contentious Scarborough Shoal on Wednesday. This area—an expanse of reefs and rocks west of the Philippines’ Luzon Island—has been...
The Philippines is facing mounting pressure from China to yield its sovereign claims in the South China Sea, according to the country's Secretary of National Defense, Gilberto Teodoro. During a recent meeting with Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles in Canberra,...
Indonesia announced on Monday that it does not recognize China’s sweeping claims over the South China Sea, despite having recently signed a maritime development agreement with Beijing. The deal, which aims to promote fisheries and environmental conservation, comes amid rising...
Philippines Explores Acquisition of Typhon Missile System to Strengthen Regional DefenseThe Philippines is reportedly considering the acquisition of a ground-to-ground missile system, with the U.S.-manufactured Typhon Mid-Range Capability (MRC) missile system emerging as a leading contender. This potential acquisition reflects...
Beijing and Manila find themselves in renewed conflict over the South China Sea, with China rejecting recent Philippine maritime claims, saying the legislation "severely infringes on" China's territorial sovereignty. China’s Foreign Ministry issued a firm statement on November 10, asserting...
Indonesia’s recently elected President, Prabowo Subianto, advocated for collaboration over confrontation in his inaugural overseas trip, marking a notable shift in Indonesia’s foreign policy stance towards China. Addressing a business forum in Beijing, where he oversaw the signing of $10...
Beijing and Manila Clash Over Sovereignty and Maritime Rights in the South China Sea In the South China Sea, China summoned the Philippines' ambassador to voice its objections to two new Philippine laws that assert sovereignty over contested maritime areas....
The Philippines has announced plans to acquire 40 fast patrol vessels from France, part of an expansive modernization initiative for its coast guard. Philippine Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan described the $440 million deal as the largest single...
The South China Sea, a disputed waterway crucial to global trade, joint naval exercises conducted by the Philippines, the United States, and other Western allies have effectively deterred “coercive and aggressive” maneuvers by China, according to a top Filipino military...
In the South China Sea and ongoing discussions on regional security, the Philippines’ Defense Secretary, Gilberto Teodoro, stated that a unified military alliance akin to NATO is unlikely in Southeast Asia, given the diverse interests and alliances of the region's...
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