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South China Sea Sees Violent Clash as Chinese Ships Accused of Hostile Actions

The South China Sea, Chinese government personnel attacked a Vietnamese fishing boat on Sunday, leaving several fishermen with serious injuries. The incident occurred in the disputed waters of the Paracel Islands, an area long claimed by both China and Vietnam....
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Philippines and China Engage in Dueling South China Sea Patrols Amid Rising Tensions Over U.S. Missile Systems

The Philippines and China are engaging in dueling patrols and exercises in the contested South China Sea, as their territorial disputes escalate to new levels of intensity. While these maneuvers continue at sea, recent developments on land are driving tensions...
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Philippines Eyes Expansion of Military Base at Subic Bay Amid Rising Tensions with China in the South China Sea

The Philippines, under increasing pressure from China's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea, is moving forward with plans to strengthen its military posture. In a significant development, the Philippines is considering building a second, larger military base at Subic...
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South Korea-Philippines Eye Visiting Forces Agreement Amid Growing Regional Tensions

Amid increasing Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region, South Korea may be considering a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with its trusted partner, the Philippines. This potential defense cooperation comes at a critical time for both nations as they work to...
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South China Sea Disputes: Philippines Looks to U.S. Typhon Missiles for Enhanced Strategic Deterrence

The Philippines is taking significant steps to strengthen its defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. As part of its broader strategy to bolster external defense, the country is pursuing the acquisition of the US-made Typhon...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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