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South China Sea Dispute: China’s Xianbin Jiao Coral Ecosystem Research Stalled by Philippine Intervention

The South China Sea has long been a hotspot for geopolitical tension, with multiple countries asserting overlapping territorial claims. In recent months, a new episode has unfolded involving China’s scientific research activities around the coral reef ecosystem near Xianbin Jiao,...
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US Military Asserts Robust Defense Capabilities in South China Sea, Promises Swift Action

The ongoing tension in the South China Sea has once again highlighted the complex dynamics between the United States, its treaty ally the Philippines, and an increasingly assertive China. The US Indo-Pacific Command, led by Adm. Samuel Paparo, has made...
South China Sea

Territorial Disputes in South China Sea: China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Other Southeast Asian Nations

Territorial disputes in the South China Sea represent one of the most complex and contentious geopolitical conflicts in the world today. This vast body of water, covering approximately 3.5 million square kilometers, is bordered by several nations, including China, Vietnam,...
South China Sea

Rising Tensions in South China Sea: How Geopolitical Interests Are Shaping Asia’s Maritime Boundaries

The South China Sea, one of the world's most contested regions, has become a flashpoint for geopolitical tensions in recent years. This strategic maritime area, rich in natural resources and serving as a critical shipping route, is claimed by multiple...
South China Sea

South China Sea Territorial Disputes: Philippines’ Push for ASEAN Unity Faces Uphill Battle Against China’s Expanding Influence

The Philippines has been embroiled in a prolonged and intense struggle against repeated intrusions by the Chinese Coast Guard into its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). These intrusions, primarily centered around the Second Thomas Shoal, have heightened tensions in the South...
South China Sea

China Coast Guard Confronts Philippine Vessels Over Alleged Maritime Intrusion in South China Sea

Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated once again following an incident on Monday morning involving vessels from the China Coast Guard (CCG) and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The CCG issued a statement asserting that two Philippine vessels...
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China’s Maritime Muscle: New Coastguard Vessel Set to Roil South China Sea

China is advancing its maritime strategy with the construction of a new coastguard vessel that is not only formidable in size but also equipped with cutting-edge technology, signaling Beijing's intent to further assert its territorial claims in the disputed South...
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Philippines Considers Deploying FA-50 Fighters jets to Patrol South China Sea

As tensions continue to escalate in the South China Sea, the Philippines is considering a significant move in its defense strategy: the deployment of its FA-50 fighter jets to escort patrol aircraft in the contested waters. This comes after a...
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China and Indonesia Strengthen Strategic Ties Amid South China Sea Tensions: First Senior Officials Meeting

In a landmark event that marks a significant deepening of bilateral ties, China and Indonesia are holding their first Senior Officials’ Meeting as part of the newly launched Joint Foreign and Defense Ministerial Dialogue. This high-level meeting, which commenced on...
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Philippines Offensive: Securing Alliances to Counter China’s South China Sea Moves

August has emerged as a pivotal month for the Philippines' defense diplomacy, as the nation forges new alliances and strengthens existing ones in the face of mounting tensions in the South China Sea. This strategic push reflects Manila's determination to...
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