Learn from the Fall of the Philippines: Prepare the Third Island Chain

30 12 2024

Hanoi’s lack of response so far a sign it may not want to jeopardise bilateral ties amid Asean divisions over code of conduct, analysts note Vietnam’s

Learn from the Fall of the Philippines: Prepare the Third Island Chain | Proceedings – December 2024 Vol. 150/12/1,462

In the event of a war between China and the United States, the U.S. strategy in the Indo-Pacific would rely on defending long-established bases in the first

27 12 2024

Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group Now Operating in South China Sea

The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is now operating in the South China Sea, according to Pentagon imagery, while several U.S. Navy ships docked in

The Philippines has every right to file a new case against China over violations in the South China Sea (Report, December 12). However, since China

New wave of purges in the army begin in China

Chinese authorities have removed two more high-ranking military officials — Deputy Commander of the Ground Forces of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA)

Philippines ratifies landmark defense access pact with Japan

Reuters The Philippine Senate ratified a reciprocal access agreement (RAA) with Japan in mid-December 2024 that will allow the nations’ forces to depl

Philippines bringing ‘arms race risks’ with US Typhon missiles, China warns

‘Cooperating with the US to introduce the Typhon’ poses major threat to regional peace, Beijing warns in third such comment this week

Japanese Foreign Minister urges China to address security concerns in East and South China Seas

Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi on Wednesday held a meeting and working lunch with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing

24 12 2024

South China Sea: Philippine military says will acquire US Typhon missile system

The Philippine military said Monday it plans to acquire the US Typhon missile system to protect its maritime interests, some of which overlap with regional

Marcos Jr: South China Sea must not be nexus for armed conflict

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. reiterated his call for concerned parties to abide by international law on issues regarding the South China Sea

China slams Philippines’ decision to acquire US Typhon missile system

China slams move, warning that Philippines risks ‘arms race’ amid increased militarisation of South China Sea

China Is Occupying the West Philippine Sea

China’s increasing aggression in the West Philippine Sea is part of a larger, worrying trend of its takeover of the South China Sea

Deep-Sea dilemmas: Countering China’s seabed mining efforts through global collaboration

Discover how China’s deep-sea mining efforts and expanding marine research fleet are reshaping global maritime dynamics. Explore the strategic, economic

22 12 2024

More storms are brewing in the South China Sea | Today News

Eight years ago China lost a legal battle over its fantastical territorial claims in the South China Sea. An international tribunal ruled they had no basis

Confronting Irregular Warfare in the South China Sea

On 5 March 2024, the Philippine government released a video of Chinese maritime militia shooting water cannons at a coast guard vessel near the Spratly

China tensions explode as Beijing intercepts ‘trespassing’ US Destroyer in South China Sea

China’s Southern Command claimed to have intercepted a US Destroyer in the South China Sea, claimed by Beijing, that it accused of “trespassing”

Forgotten Wars: The Rising Tension in the Philippines

The Philippines, strategically located at the heart of Southeast Asia, occupies a critical geopolitical position. The current politico-military crisis

US says China military activity elevated around Taiwan, but not a response to Lai’s trip

The de facto U.S. embassy in Taiwan said on Thursday that Chinese military activity in the region is currently elevated but it did not see that wider

US Government bolsters support for Taiwan with $571.3m defense aid, plus weapons sales

US President Joe Biden on Friday agreed to provide $571.3 million in defense support for Taiwan, the White House said, while the State Department approved

Philippines, South Korea agree to deepen maritime cooperation

The Philippines and South Korea committed Monday to deepening maritime cooperation, their presidents said, in the face of China’s assertion of its claims

China coast guard says it ‘drove away’ Philippine aircraft over Scarborough Shoal

China’s coast guard said on Friday it warned and “drove away” a Philippine C-208 aircraft that “illegally” entered the airspace over Scarborough Shoal in

Chinese Media Mocks US ‘Delusion’ Over Spy Drones

Earlier this week President Biden said alleged mystery drone sightings across the U.S. were “nothing nefarious.

21 12 2024

China issues major South China Sea warning as tensions explode over contested land

The Chinese Coastguard said Thursday that it turned away a Philippine plane it alleges ‘illegally intruded’ airspace over the South China Sea

Ambassador Shikata attended MIMA South China Sea Conference 2024

On December 18 and 19, Ambassador Shikata attended MIMA South China Sea Conference 2024 hosted by the Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA)

Chinese coastguard expels Philippine aircraft from Scarborough Shoal airspace

China expelled a Philippine plane that “illegally intruded” into the airspace over a contested South China Sea shoal on Thursday, according to the China

China says Philippines has ‘provoked trouble’ in South China Sea with US backing

BEIJING (Reuters) -China accused the Philippines on Friday of having “provoked trouble” in the South China Sea with U.S. backing, a week after Beijing and

So Who Owns The South China Sea? Spoiler: It’s STILL Complicated

The South China Sea is a major hotspot for international drama, with Malaysia sitting right in the middle of it

Pentagon Map Shows Chinese Navy’s Global Footprint

The Chinese navy is gradually extending its operational reach beyond East Asia, the Pentagon said in a report.

Philippines says China ‘harassed’ new resupply mission for BRP Sierra Madre

The Philippines reported having encountered ‘harassment, dangerous maneuvers, and aggressive conduct’ by the Chinese Coast Guard

Beijing issues Washington fiery warning over South China Sea as war fears explode

China issued a firey warning to US officials, after Secretary of State Antony Blinken said

20 12 2024

M’sia needs more than protest notes for South China Sea dispute

The government agrees that Malaysia needs to do more than just issue protest notes to countries involved in the South China Sea territorial dispute

Malaysia will strengthen territorial defence while keeping diplomatic channels open in South China Sea

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia will strengthen its navy and air force to safeguard territorial waters, including the South China Sea, while keeping diplomatic

Video Shows Chinese Warship Deployed to South China Sea

Chinese coast guard and paramilitary vessels were seen monitoring a Philippine government mission in the U.S. ally’s maritime zone

China Expanding Pacific Operations, Taiwan Invasion ‘Not Possible’ by 2027, Say DoD Officials

The People’s Liberation Army Navy is “gradually expanding its operational reach beyond East Asia into a sustained ability to operate at increasingly longer…

Asia-Pacific At A Crossroads: Addressing Conflict In Key Geopolitical Hotspots – Analysis

The South China Sea, Korean Peninsula, and Taiwan Strait are some of the most geopolitically volatile regions in the world. These hotspots are characterised

US ambassador: US arms manufacturers could help boost Vietnam’s capabilities

‘Our goal is to ensure that Vietnam has what it needs to defend its interests at sea, in the air, on the ground and in cyberspace’

Pentagon Releases Report on Chinese Aircraft Carrier Fleet

The Pentagon said that a Chinese aircraft carrier conducted three “far-seas training events” in the Philippine Sea last year

18 12 2024

Philippines sends provisions to military personnel in South China Sea

BEIJING — The Philippines said it delivered provisions earlier this month to its military personnel stationed at features in the South China Sea that

Vietnam targets China, Philippines for activities in disputed waters of South China Sea

Hanoi: The Vietnamese government has slammed China and the Philippines for their recent activities on the disputed waters of the South China Sea

Rising Tensions: China And Philippines Clash Over South China Sea Resupply Missions

Rising tensions between China and the Philippines have escalated recently over disputed resupply missions in the South China Sea

17 12 2024

Philippines Senate ratifies new defence pact with Japan

New pact cements deepening military ties between the Philippines and Japan as tensions with China grow in the region

China baits Indonesia to soften South China Sea stance

Indonesia’s recent joint statement with China highlights the pitfalls of China’s joint development proposals and the need for a more robust foreign policy

‘Certain countries’: China’s ominous warning

Beijing has issued a fresh warning to “certain countries” amid soaring tensions in the South China Sea.

U.S. warship docks in Cambodia, a top Chinese ally, for first time in 8 years

A U.S. Navy warship arrived Monday in Cambodia, the first such visit in eight years to a nation that is a close ally of China in Southeast Asia

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

13 12 2024

Philippine officials visit disputed South China Sea island

Philippine officials visit disputed South China Sea island · “The purpose of this is to develop this area into a viable community,” said Lorenzana, adding that

US Navy Eyes More Lethal Firepower in South China Sea

U.S. littoral combat ships will be armed with long-range missiles during deployment in the South China Sea

08 12 2024

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln has left the South China Sea and is heading toward the Philippine Sea

After leaving the South China Sea, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) is now operating in the Philippine Sea as part of its

Japan, the U.S. and the Philippines to hold maritime talks

The three countries will discuss the South China Sea situation, where China has increased activities and ways to strengthen a free and open maritime order

Philippine military holds drill with Japan, US in South China Sea

The Philippine military says it has conducted a joint drill with the Japanese Self-Defense Forces and the US military in the South China Sea

WPS tit for tat: Sending Navy floated as PH option

President Marcos could order the deployment of Philippine warships as a new policy option to respond to China’s use of its own navy

US, Japan, PH forces jointly patrol South China Sea

THE United States deployed a reconnaissance aircraft while Japan and the Philippines sent navy ships in a joint patrol in the disputed South China Sea

06 12 2024

South China Sea: Philippines lodge diplomatic protest

The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs has lodged a diplomatic protest against China over an incident in the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South

US, Japan, Philippine conduct maritime exercises in South China Sea

MANILA — The armed forces of the Philippines, United States and Japan on Friday conducted a “maritime cooperative activity” within the Manila

Philippine laws up tension on South China Sea

New laws specifying Manila’s claims have also angered smaller countries such as Malaysia, which could hamper unified resistance to China’s attempts at

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 News has learned

Philippines Files Protest Against China After Sea Incidents

The Philippines filed a diplomatic protest against Beijing on Thursday, a government official said, following fresh encounters between Chinese and

Indonesia intensifies maritime patrols amid heightened tensions in North Natuna Sea

Gusty Da Costa Indonesia is intensifying maritime patrols and surveillance in response to repeated incursions by People’s Republic of China (PRC) coas

04 12 2024

Philippines and China in South China Sea confrontation

China has alleged that Philippine vessels attempted to enter China’s territorial waters near the contested Scarborough Shoal while the Philippine coast

Indonesia’s South China Sea Strategy: Pragmatism or Concession?

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to Beijing yielded a joint statement that included an unexpected commitment to joint development in

Philippines, China trade accusations on South China Sea confrontation

The coast guards of China and the Philippines gave conflicting versions on Wednesday of a maritime confrontation around a contested shoal in the South China

Philippine Coast Guard says Chinese actions ‘aggressive’ near Scarborough Shoal

Philippine vessels faced ‘blocking, shadowing and dangerous maneuvers’ from Chinese navy and coast guard ships, the Philippines said

03 12 2024

Indonesia Still Does Not Recognize China’s Sea Claims: Minister

Indonesia still does not recognize Beijing’s claims in the South China Sea, Foreign Minister Sugiono said Monday, seeking to dismiss concerns that a recent

Prabowo steers Indonesia’s maritime doctrine to new waters

Chinese vessels in Indonesia’s North Natuna Sea present an early test for President Prabowo. While his predecessor Jokowi prioritised economic ties with

Indonesia’s maritime deal with China: Analysts worry on sovereignty issues

Indonesia’s foreign minister on Monday responded to concerned lawmakers that a recent joint maritime development deal with China did not recognize Beijing’s

Beijing and Manila trade blame over run-in near Spratlys reef in South China Sea

China and the Philippines traded accusations on Monday over recent activities near a disputed South China Sea reef, as bilateral tensions remain high over

02 12 2024

Marcos Calls Russian Sub in South China Sea ‘Very Worrisome’

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the reported presence of a Russian submarine in the Southeast Asian nation’s waters is “very concerning

Military Challenges to China’s South China Sea Claims are Increasing

The South China Sea remains a focal point of international maritime contention, where rising deployments of naval and aerial forces are challenging China’s

What Beijing’s new claims over a disputed coral reef mean

ast month, China declared new “baselines” around the Scarborough Shoal, a larg

Is Beijing eyeing a new South China Sea island with ‘salami-slicing strategy’?

An analyst suggests Beijing may be ‘adding fuel’ to domestic political tensions amid the ongoing Marcos-Duterte fallout

Philippines’ Marcos Says Reported Presence of Russian Submarine ‘Very Worrisome’

MANILA (Reuters) – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Monday the reported presence of a Russian submarine in the Philippine’s exclusive economic zone

How Trump 2.0 will impact US policies in Indo-Pacific and South China Sea

Although Donald Trump’s hardline posture may discourage Chinese assertiveness, inconsistent multilateral engagement might alienate Southeast Asian states

Russian attack sub spotted in West PH Sea

A Russian attack submarine surfaced in the West Philippine Sea last week, multiple security sources told the Inquirer

30 11 2024

Did China just blink in the South China Sea?

Earlier this month, China declared new “baselines” around Scarborough Shoal, a large coral atoll topped by a handful of rocks barely above sea level in.

News Releases – PH keeps peaceful approach to South China Sea dispute

The Philippines is keeping its peaceful stance in resolving disputes in the West Philippine Sea and the South China Sea.

Chinese And Philippine Vessels Collide In South China Sea With Larger Legal Issues Looming

A Chinese maritime militia vessel deliberately collided with one of two Philippine ships conducting a maritime patrol of territorial waters near the…

China coast guard says it conducted patrols around Scarborough Shoal in South China Sea

China’s coast guard said it had conducted patrols around the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Saturday to safeguard China’s territorial rights.

Philippines, China trade blame in latest South China Sea spat

The Philippines accused China’s coast guard on Tuesday of firing water cannon at government ships taking supplies to fishermen at a disputed shoal in the…

29 11 2024

Has Indonesia Joined the South China Sea Fray?

Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto’s recent remarks hint at a potential shift in Jakarta’s traditionally neutral stance on the South China Sea conflict

Is Hanoi quietly building Asean alliances on South China Sea code of conduct?

Vietnam and Malaysia have upgraded diplomatic ties and pledged to deepen their cooperation on the South China Sea dispute ahead of a second Donald Trump

China warns US, Philippines over joint missile drills in South China Sea

China warned the Philippines against accepting a U.S. missile system deployment, citing increased risk of conflict in the South China Sea, News.az reports

Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Now in the South China Sea, Russian Surface Action Group Also Underway

Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) departed the Port Klang Cruise Terminal in Malaysia on Wednesday, according to the Royal Malaysian Navy

Exclusive: Chinese ships gather near island disputed with Philippines, satellite images show

Online ship trackers show that many of the vessels in the satellite photos are Chinese-registered fishing craft

Chinese military sends ‘patrols’ around contested South China Sea shoal

BEIJING: Beijing on Thursday (Nov 28) said it was conducting air and naval patrols around a contested shoal in the Sou

26 11 2024

The Media’s High-Stakes Game in the South China Sea

Tensions in the South China Sea continue to mount. Enter the media — cameras ready, pens poised, and tweets prepped. Filipino and Chinese journalists are

How Satellites Helped Uncover a Maritime Militia in the South China Sea

About one year ago, the chief of space operations for the U.S. Space Force spoke to attendees at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference in Maryland. General

‘A clear signal to China’: US task force backs Philippine operations in South China Sea

The United States has quietly bolstered its involvement in the South China Sea conflict by deploying “Task Force Ayungin”, a special operations unit that

Philippines, China Clashes Trigger Money-Making Disinformation

By By Ara Eugenio, Jan Cuyco, Lucille Sodipe, Nattakorn Ploddee. Violent confrontations between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the South China Sea are

Navy’s refits won’t disrupt South China Sea operations

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysian Navy’s withdrawal of ships for a refit maintenance programme will not affect the force’s surveillance operations in the

US Navy Returns To South China Sea Amid Heightening China Tensions

Geopolitical tensions between the United States and China have escalated dramatically, particularly within the contested territory of the South China Sea

Manila Takes A Bold Stance On The South China Sea – Analysis

By Edcel John A Ibarra. The Philippines’ new ‘unyielding’ foreign policy on the South China Sea seems to be unsettling ASEAN. Philippine President Ferdinand

23 11 2024

Vietnam fishermen caught up in South China Sea tensions

The recent rise in attacks on fishermen in the South China Sea has underscored the need for more cooperation among ASEAN states.

Building Frenzy in the South China Sea – Who Is Fortifying Islands?

This chart shows the number of built outpost on islands, rocks and reefs in the South China Sea, by occupying party.

South China Sea, Philippine Foreign Minister in Rome: Everyone’s help needed to avoid war

For the international community, it is “imperative” to avoid an open conflict in the South China Sea, but all countries that care about international order,…

US Reveals New South China Sea ‘Task Force’

The Pentagon has confirmed that American troops are quietly assisting Philippine maritime operations in the South China Sea, in a sign of the United States’…

U.S. Supporting Philippine Operations in South China Sea

The Pentagon has revealed the existence of a forward-deployed task force in the Philippines focused on supporting Manila’s

22 11 2024

Prabowo’s Overtures to China and Ramifications on the South China Sea Dispute

In one sentence, Jakarta appears to have undermined its long-standing position in the South China Sea.

U.S. Supporting Philippine Operations in South China Sea with Forward-Deployed Task Force

The Philippines’ passage of two new maritime laws and China’s publication of baselines around Scarborough Shoal are the latest in a series of legal

U.S. Supporting Philippine Operations in South China Sea with Forward-Deployed Task Force

The Pentagon has revealed the existence of a forward-deployed task force in the Philippines focused on supporting Manila’s maritime operations in the South

US acknowledges task force named after China’s reef in SCS; move won’t change China’s ability, determination in safeguarding maritime rights: expert

The US has reportedly acknowledged for the first time the existence of a task force named after Philippine name of China’s Ren’ai Jiao (also known as Ren’ai

Malaysia, Vietnam elevate ties amid South China Sea tensions

Both claimant-nations agree to work closer on settlement of disputes, security issues in the South China Sea.

21 11 2024

ASEAN’s elusive code of conduct for the South China Sea

ASEAN and China’s efforts to finalise a Code of Conduct for the South China Sea move at a languid pace as crucial challenges including disagreements over

US defense chief regrets China’s decision not to meet during Southeast Asian security talks

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has expressed regret that his Chinese counterpart chose not to hold talks with him during meetings of Southeast Asian

US Says Its Forces Are Supporting Philippines in South China Sea

The US said its forces are backing Philippine military operations in the disputed South China Sea, where Manila and

20 11 2024

Southeast Asian defense chiefs meet in Laos as maritime disputes with China are flaring

Southeast Asian defense chiefs and representatives are meeting in Laos for security talks at a time of increasing maritime disputes with China in the…

How the Philippines wins Western support with its ‘vocal’ South China Sea stance

Analysts say the Philippines’ transparency initiative is spotlighting China’s actions and rallying global allies in the US and Europe.

Talking Indonesia: Prabowo, China and the South China Sea

Has Indonesia just recognized China’s claims over the South China Sea?

Indonesia touts China sea deal without concession

Indonesia aims to enhance “good neighborliness” through its new joint development plan with China, the Foreign Ministry said on Sunday,…

Pentagon chief visits island near South China Sea in sign to Beijing

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visited a Filipino military base only miles from the South China Sea, a sign of resolve…

South China Sea under Trump’s Presidency 2.0: Need for a multi-dimensional strategy

The South China Sea (SCS) presents a more complex task for Trump than Ukraine or the West Asian conflicts, where none has a decisive upper hand,…

U.S. Issues Warning to Beijing Over South China Sea

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has issued a warning to China over the South China Sea, emphasizing that the U.S. would defend the Philippines should…

US defense chief: Washington-Manila defense alliance remains ‘ironclad’

During Lloyd Austin III’s Manila visit, the two countries signed a deal to share military information and defense technology.

19 11 2024

China falsely accuses Philippines of escalating tensions in South China Sea

China has dismissed an international ruling outlining the Philippines’ rights in the South China Sea, and repeatedly engages in aggressive actions to

Why the Philippines made a dramatic turnaround on the question of archipelagos in the law of the sea

And strangely enough, it means China and the Philippines have traded positions

South China Sea ‘crises’ still likely during next Trump term: military expert

Military accidents involving China and the US in the South China Sea will be “increasingly likely” during Donald Trump’s second presidential term, but China

Philippines, US sign military intelligence-sharing deal to counter China

The deal allows for sharing of classified information that could benefit a US ally’s national defence.

Japan PM Expresses Concern to Xi Over South China Sea Situation

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed “serious concerns” over the situation in the South China Sea to Chinese President Xi Jinping in their first

South China Sea: Envoys Summoned, Protests Lodged, Missives Traded, All In A Month

In an unusually tense month in the South China Sea region, several countries with territorial disputes in the waterway asserted their claims with actions

18 11 2024

Philippines, US sign military intelligence-sharing deal to counter China

The deal allows for sharing of classified information that could benefit a US ally’s national defence.

South China Sea: America must stand up to Asia’s bully

By Brahma Chellaney. Brahma Chellaney, Fellow of the Robert Bosch Academy in Berlin, calls on Trump to defend allies in the South China Sea against China’s…

Experts: Indonesia’s $10 Billion Deal With China Could Undermine Sovereignty, Increase Political Tensions

Indonesia’s $10B maritime deal with China raises sovereignty concerns regarding the North Natuna Sea.

Philippine president names new navy chief; appointment may not change Manila’s stance on South China Sea issue: expert

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed the new Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command, Rear Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta, to lead the…

The Philippines changed their map, Malaysia didn’t, says Defence Minister on South China Sea territory

The Philippines changed their map, Malaysia didn’t, says Defence Minister on South China Sea territory Asia News Network (ANN) is the leading regional…

Some ironic twists in the South China Sea

A prophet is not honored in his own country. In 2021, retired Justice Francis H. Jardeleza proposed the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Baselines bill.

No Chinese ships currently in North Natuna Sea: Bakamla

The Indonesian Coast Guard (Bakamla) has confirmed that at present, no Chinese coast guard ships have been detected in Indonesia’s exclusive economic …

17 11 2024

How Beijing flipped the South China Sea game with a single island

A massive base in the southern part of the South China Sea has made China the country with the fastest response time to emergencies in the region,…

Philippines pivots from battling militants to projecting power at sea

Philippine leaders say they can turn their attention to the South China Sea because they’ve secured peace with separatist rebels. But the situation remains…

China’s Heavyweight Coast Guard Ships Bring Muscle to Sea Disputes

Two 541-foot vessels expand branch’s role as enforcer of Beijing’s claims from South China Sea to Taiwan.

China maps out baseline claims over a contested South China Sea shoal with the Philippines

China has published baselines for a contested shoal in the South China Sea it had seized from the Philippines, a move that’s likely to increase tensions…

Japan Raises Concerns Over South China Sea With Xi

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba articulated his “serious concerns” over the rising tensions in the South China Sea during his recent face-to-face…

16 11 2024

Philippines pivots from battling militants to projecting power at sea

Philippine leaders say they can turn their attention to the South China Sea because they’ve secured peace with separatist rebels. But the situation remains…

Japan PM expressed ‘serious concerns’ to Xi over South China Sea situation

apanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed “serious concerns over the situation surrounding the South China Sea, Hong Kong and Xinjiang” to Chinese…

Japan PM meets Xi Jinping, voices concern over Taiwan, South China Sea

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first in-person talks on Friday as part of efforts to manage tensions in…

South China Sea: Envoys summoned, protests lodged, missives traded, all in a month

In an unusually tense month in the South China Sea region, several countries with territorial disputes in the waterway asserted their claims with actions…

15 11 2024

Philippines bolsters maritime claims despite China pressure

China is likely to continue its aggressive naval approach toward the Philippines amid their disputes in the South China Sea, experts say

China Ramps Up South China Sea Tensions

Chinese actions around the disputed Scarborough Shoal appear designed to provoke a confrontation with the incoming Trump administration

Indonesian President Vows to Defend Sovereignty in South China Sea

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has vowed to safeguard his country’s sovereignty in the South China Sea, after signing a cooperation agreement with

Philippines Provokes China’s Anger with New South China Sea Legislation

China’s state-run media have criticized the Philippines following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s signing of a law that strengthens the country’s maritime

China says Philippines sent supplies to disputed shoal

China said on Friday the Philippines had sent supplies to a beached warship on Second Thomas Shoal, a disputed atoll in the South China Sea

OPINION | A task for Trump: stop China in the South China Sea

Discover why countering China’s aggressive tactics in the South China Sea is a critical task for US President-elect Donald Trump and his administration

Satellites Capture Chinese Aircraft Carrier in South China Sea

The deployment of CNS Shandong came amid rising tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea.

14 11 2024

Philippines and China dispute borders in South China Sea

The Philippines’ foreign ministry summoned the Chinese ambassador on Wednesday, November 13, to protest against Beijing’s establishment of baseline

A task for Trump: stop China in the South China Sea

For more than a decade, China has been using an increasingly aggressive hybrid-warfare strategy to increase its power and influence in the strategically

India extends tacit support to Philippines as China conducts war drill in disputed South China Sea shoal

Jaishankar attended an event to mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of India’s diplomatic relations with the Philippines

Indonesian president says he will safeguard sovereignty in South China Sea

JAKARTA: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said he would “always safeguard our sovereignty” when asked about the issue of the South China Sea

Philippines summons China ambassador over drawing of South China Sea baselines

The Philippines’ foreign ministry said on Wednesday it had summoned China’s ambassador to protest Beijing’s drawing of baselines around the disputed

China, Philippines spar over new maritime laws, baseline drawings in South China Sea

The Philippines’ foreign ministry said on Wednesday it summoned China’s ambassador to protest Beijing’s drawing of baselines around the disputed Scarborough

Indonesia, US affirm respect for rights in South China Sea: Statement – Americas – The Jakarta Post.

Trump’s first term avoided a fight in the South China Sea. It’s only getting harder.

Donald Trump faces a more confrontational China in the South China Sea in his second term, escalating the risk of a conflict

Jakarta seeks to contain fallout from South China Sea agreement with Beijing

JAKARTA – Indonesia is seeking to contain the fallout from a maritime cooperation agreement with China that analysts say appears to indicate a softening of

13 11 2024

Philippines says China is pushing it to cede claims in South China Sea

China is stepping up pressure on the Philippines to concede its sovereign rights in the South China Sea, Manila’s Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on…

Will Prabowo emulate Duterte’s approach to South China Sea?

Beijing updates map of southernmost city after Manila enacts maritime laws

Sansha, set up to assert China’s claims in contested waters, gets new map and postcodes days after Manila enacts laws on maritime routes.

Jakarta seeks to contain fallout from South China Sea agreement with Beijing

Deal compromised Indonesia’s maritime rights, most analysts say, but one noted that clause on “prevailing laws” may render it inoperative.

New Philippine Laws Define Maritime Zones in the South China Sea

Philippine President Marcos passed two maritime laws last week in a move that Manila says will strengthen its sovereignty over waters within the country’s…

Did Indonesia Just Capitulate to China on the South China Sea?

Indonesia has been forced to clarify that it does not recognize China’s maximalist claims over the South China Sea, after signing a maritime development…

Taiwan Rejects China’s Claims Over South China Sea Amid Military Escalation

11 11 2024

South China Sea: new Philippine laws that sparked Beijing’s fury to ‘stress’ foreign ships

China spars with Philippines over Scarborough shoal in South China Sea

China publishes new details of its sweeping claims to South China Sea in row over Philippine law

10 11 2024

China, US militaries hold fresh talks to manage risks as South China Sea tensions grow

Philippine President angers China with new laws to demarcate South China Sea territories

China summons Philippine ambassador over new maritime laws – The Japan Times

On the Philippines Maritime Zones Act – United States Department of State

Philippine President signs laws reaffirming maritime rights in South China Sea

Carlson condemns China’s violent interference in WPS

08 11 2024

Philippine troops simulate recapture of island in South China Sea as Beijing observes

Why Vietnam’s silence on South China Sea dispute with Malaysia is a ‘nuanced diplomatic gesture’

Marcos signs laws charting PH maritime zones, sea lanes

Philippine Forces Rehearse Island Seizure in South China Sea

Supported by gunboats and a former U.S. Coast Guard cutter, Philippine Navy SEALs and Marines approached a South China Sea island owned by Manila in a

Philippines Confident Trump Will Restore South China Sea Security

By Karen Lema. MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines expects U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific and support for its treaty ally amid South China Sea tensions to

07 11 2024

Why Vietnam is staying silent on South China Sea dispute with Malaysia

Hanoi’s lack of response so far a sign it may not want to jeopardise bilateral ties amid Asean divisions over code of conduct, analysts note

Chinese navy watches as Philippines conduct combat drill in the South China Sea

Philippine forces practised retaking an island in the South China Sea Wednesday in the first such combat exercise in the disputed waters as Chinese navy

[OPINION] Malaysia’s narrative in the South China Sea: Leveraging the public and national partnerships

The South China Sea situation has grown increasingly complex, with regional actors adopting evolving strategies

China-US relations have been fraught for years, notably around trade and security including Taiwan and the South China Sea

China’s navy watches mock combat exercise by Philippine forces in South China Sea

Philippine forces practised retaking an island in the South China Sea Wednesday in the first such combat exercise in the disputed waters as Chinese navy

Philippines seizes two Spratly islands in South China Sea war games

Manila (AFP) Nov 6, 2024 – The Philippines is aiming for a persistent presence in the South China Sea, a senior military official said Wednesday

BEIJING: There should not necessarily be any conflict to resolve the South China Sea issues with China, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

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Rising Tensions in the South China Sea: The Strategic Calculations at Play

Experts weigh in on real threats to stability in South China Sea

Philippines says joint maritime exercises rein in China in South China Sea

Philippine Troops Practice Seizing Island as S. China Sea Tensions Simmer

Philippines renews demand Beijing pay US$1 million for South China Sea clash damages

Philippine military to simulate taking control of South China Sea island

Philippines approves purchase of 40 patrol boats amid China spat

5th November 2024

Philippines renews demand China pay US$1 million for sea clash damages

China has yet to respond to the call, which includes payment for two damaged boats and the return of rifles seized during the June 17 stand-off

Ch16 Maritime Risk Intelligence

How the US and the Philippines should counter Beijing’s aggression in the South China Sea

Philippine military drills to seize island in South China Sea

Manila, Nov 4 (AP) The Philippine military opened two weeks of combat drills on Monday that would include seizing an island in the disputed South China Sea

Philippines holds island-seizing drills in disputed South China Sea

China has rapidly expanded its military and has become increasingly assertive in pursuing territorial claims in the South China Sea, which Beijing claims

South China Sea A Ticking Time Bomb for Global Trade

Territorial disputes in the South China Sea involving China and several Asian nations have intensified, raising concerns about potential military conflict

4th November 2024

India, Asean to discuss South China Sea dispute at Delhi meet | Today News

The Philippines’ Near-Standoff with China at Sabina Shoal: Bolstering Preventive Deployment

Vietnam pursues ties with Beijing while steadily fortifying South China Sea positions

Philippines, China trade blame in latest South China Sea spat

China’s fishy behaviour demands a rethink on Southern Ocean

China tells Vietnam to beef up ‘education’ of fishermen, avoid ‘illegal’ activities

How Indonesia is going its own way on Beijing, Brics and the South China Sea

How US Helps India Counter China Threat

3rd November 2024

How Indonesia is going its own way on Beijing, Brics and the South China Sea

China Conducts First Dual Aircraft Carrier Drills in South China Sea

US, S Korea concerned over China drills

European Union renews call to uphold arbitral ruling on South China Sea

Vietnam says it has asked China to “immediately” release vessels and fishermen detained in the South China Sea. “Vietnam demands China to compensate

China is accelerating its strategy to challenge U.S. dominance, with an anti-access/area-denial (A2/AD) approach in the Indo-Pacific. Central to this is the

2nd November 2024

China Conducts First Dual Aircraft Carrier Drills in South China Sea

European Union renews call to uphold arbitral ruling on South China Sea

Disputes in South China Sea could disrupt trade lanes, lead to war, experts say

‘Illegal, coercive’: Philippines, EU toughen stance vs aggression in South China Sea

EU, Philippines Commit to Joint Maritime Security as Tensions Rise in South China Sea

Territorial confrontations in the South China Sea pitting several Asian nations against China have entered a perilous phase that could possibly lead to a

According to a U.S. think tank, the country is building runways and other “potential military structures” in the South China Sea.

29th October

Vietnam’s diplomatic approach emphasises a balance between ‘cooperation and struggle’ with Beijing. Despite concerns regarding a possible alignment shift

China has been at loggerheads with several of its neighbours as it continues to claim complete sovereignty over the South China Sea.

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is constructing a new counter-stealth radar system on a disputed reef in the South China Sea that would

Without naming Beijing, long-time allies discuss ways for ‘two sides to jointly address current challenges’, especially in South China Sea

SOUTH CHINA SEA TENSIONS: Beijing’s ‘pronounced aggressiveness’ and ‘misbehavior’ forced countries to band together, the Philippine defense chief said

South China Sea Recent satellite images show a significant military buildup on Triton Island, part of the disputed Paracel Islands

A violent attack on a Vietnamese fishing boat tests Hanoi’s muted but resolute approach to China’s aggression in the South China Sea

28th October

Strengthening Sovereignty: Indonesia, Malaysia, And The Philippines’ United Front In South China Sea. The South China Sea, a critical maritime corridor abundant in natural resources vital for global trade, has long been a locus of overlapping territorial…

Military Challenges to China’s South China Sea Claims are Increasing. Deployments of ships and aircraft to challenge China’s illegal claims in the South China Sea are increasing. European ships are appeari…

Indonesia drives Chinese coast guard ship from disputed waters in South China Sea. Chinese vessels have occasionally entered Indonesia-claimed areas of the North Natuna Sea at the southern edge of the South China Sea, drawing protests from…

China building radar on South China Sea reef: report. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is constructing a new counter-stealth radar system on a disputed reef in the South China Sea that would…

Bullied by China at Sea, With the Broken Bones to Prove It. A violent attack on a Vietnamese fishing boat tests Hanoi’s muted but resolute approach to China’s aggression in the South China Sea.

China Tailors its History for South China Sea Propaganda. Two China Coast Guard cutters on a “rights protection” mission water-cannon a Philippine cutter in the Philippine EEZ (Courtesy PCG).

It’s all in the name … or is it? Is an MP’s proposal to rename Malaysian territorial waters to keep China at bay a well thought-out plan or just shallow reasoning?

Philippines Gains Ground With Defense Upgrades Against China. Amid the backdrop of the sprawling South China Sea—an area notorious for its contested waters and numerous island disputes—the Philippines is recommitting…

27th October

Should we rename the South China Sea? A PAS MP recently proposed to rename the South China Sea as Laut Melayu or the Malay Sea. Is this the party’s latest quest to prove they are…

Rename South China Sea like our Asean neighbours, says Tumpat MP. Malaysia should have its own name for the South China Sea, just like its Asean neighbours, says an opposition MP. Read full story.

Indonesia drives Chinese ship from disputed waters again. Indonesia has driven a Chinese coast guard ship from contested waters in the South China Sea for the third time this week, its maritime security…

Satellite photos reveal chilling China move. Satellite photos reveal Beijing is building a network of stealth-penetrating radars in a fresh bid to close off the South China Sea.

26th October

China building ‘counter-stealth’ radar on disputed South China Sea reef, satellite pictures suggest. Upgraded Triton Island outpost in the Paracel archipelago expands China’s surveillance capabilities in the region.

Vietnam Builds Airstrip on Reclaimed Island in South China Sea. The latest satellite imagery has revealed a new airstrip taking shape on Barque Canada reef, an artificial island developed by Vietnam in the disputed…

South China Sea: Vietnam’s growing Spratly outposts spark flashpoint concern in China. Vietnam’s progress has been swift and quiet. In the past five months alone, it has reclaimed more than 2 sq km (0.8 square miles) in the contested Spratly…

Satellite photos reveal chilling China move. Satellite photos reveal Beijing is building a network of stealth-penetrating radars in a fresh bid to close off the South China Sea.

Chinese Surveillance Ships Now in Philippine Sea, PLAN Carrier Transits Taiwan Strait. People’s Liberation Army Navy Dongdiao class surveillance ships have sailed past Japan this week into the Philippine Sea according to Japan Joint Staff…

South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan Holds Live-Fire Drills On Phengu Island. Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has said that it will not seed an inch off its territory. This comes after the Taiwanese troops on Thursday conducted live…

25th October

Indonesia sent a Chinese ship packing, escalating a fight over oil and gas in the South China Sea

Indonesia said it deployed two ships and an aircraft to drive Chinese coast guard ship out of the contested South China Sea waters.

Indonesia says it drove Chinese coastguard ships out of disputed waters

Beijing’s sweeping maritime claims and muscular enforcement actions have been creating friction in South China Sea.

South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan Holds Live-Fire Drills On Penghu Island

Two days after China held a live-fire exercise near Taiwan, the Taiwanese troops on Thursday conducted live fire drills on an outlying Island.

Increased risk of conflict in South China Sea, forum warns

Asia-Pacific nations should observe their obligation not to use, or threaten to use, force amid increased tensions in the South China Sea, an international

ASEAN crucial for implementation of international law, UNCLOS in East Sea, say scholars

QUANG NINH – Scholars have expressed their trust in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as the key player in preserving the rules-based order

China plans to stage live-fire drills in South China Sea

China has revealed plans to hold live-fire military exercises in various parts of the South China Sea on October 24 and 25. The announcement was published

24th October

Indonesia says it twice drove Chinese ship out of its waters. A Chinese coast guard vessel was driven out of Indonesia’s waters for a second time this week after it initially disrupted a surv.

Matching China’s Strategy: Vietnam’s Reclamation Efforts in the South China Sea. In the heavily contested South China Sea, Vietnam has taken a more assertive approach, expanding its military presence through strategic island-building…

China tightens ‘counter-stealth’ military radar net around South China Sea, says report. The radar station on Triton will probably complicate military operations in peace time across the South China Sea but could also prove to be a juicy target…

Palawan ‘key terrain’ to defend and operate from, says Marine commander in the Philippines. U.S. Marines are strengthening ties with their Philippine counterparts on an island that borders the South China Sea.

23rd October

ASEAN core quietly converging on China in South China Sea. The South China Sea disputes pitting. China against rival Southeast Asian states have entered a perilous new phase as China and the Philippines.

Malaysia to use Asean chairmanship to tackle unresolved South China Sea issues. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia plans to utilise its role as chair of the Asean summits next year to address unresolved issues in the South China Sea,…

Japan, Philippines Reaffirm Cooperation over East, South China Seas. Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and Philippine Foreign Secretary Enrique …

US, Filipino marines practice repelling an invasion from disputed South China Sea waters. As part of the annual Kamandag exercise, U.S. Marines and their Filipino counterparts used live fire this week to rehearse their defense against an invasion…

South China Sea issue a global concern, says Japan. Japan on Thursday said the volatile situation in the disputed South China Sea is an international concern as it threatens peace and stability in the region…

22nd October

All together now: Southeast Asia must act collectively in the South China Sea. The Southeast Asian coalition needs to act collectively against China’s grey zone tactics in the South China Sea. While Vietnam and the Philippines show…

Military challenges to Beijing’s South China Sea claims are increasing. Deployments of ships and aircraft to challenge China’s illegal claims in the South China Sea are increasing. European ships are appearing more often,…

China Puts Anti-Stealth Radar System on Strategic S. China Sea Island. China’s military has made a major upgrade to one of its many island bases in the South China Sea, according to a UK think tank. On Triton Island…

China stretches its sea legs in the maritime sphere. China has traditionally been a land power and, despite its rhetoric of owning the South China Sea “since ancient times”. It has only recently started…

Philippines only ASEAN nation calling out China’s South China Sea actions , says coast guard official. The Philippines is the only Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) member actively denouncing China’s illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive…

21st October

All together now: Southeast Asia must act collectively in the South China Sea. The core of a coalition to oppose China in the South China Sea must be the Southeast Asian claimants themselves. They must recognise that the threat they…

Philippines only ASEAN nation calling out China’s South China Sea actions , says coast guard official. Philippines only ASEAN nation calling out China’s South China Sea actions , says coast guard official Asia News Network (ANN) is the leading regional…

PCG, US special forces test defensive tactics. PCG trained with US special forces over nearly three weeks in Palawan as part of a “small vessel defensive tactics course.”

20th October

PH only Asean nation calling out China’s South China Sea actions. The Philippines is the only Asean member actively denouncing China’s illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive actions in the South China Sea, PCG said.

China’s maritime expansion faces growing pushback, says Taiwan’s intelligence agency. China’s efforts to extend its influence in the waters surrounding Taiwan are encountering significant international…

G7 Defense, Countries Commit to a “Free and Open” Indo-Pacific and Stable Relations with China. Commitment to seek “stable and constructive relations” with China, to work for a “free and open” Indo-Pacific, to maintain condemnation of North Korea’s…

ASEAN urges early accord on South China Sea code, end to Myanmar violence. Southeast Asian leaders called on Sunday for swift agreement on a code of conduct for the South China Sea based on international law, while demanding an…

China Is Building a Fleet of Aircraft Carriers: It Could Be a Mistake. China’s expansion of its aircraft carrier fleet offers the United States and its regional allies a strategic opportunity to counter Beijing’s naval…

Canada, Philippines and U.S conduct a maneuvering exercise during Sama Sama 2024. U.S. Navy’s Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DDG 83), the Philippine Navy’s…

19th October

ASEAN Summit Sees Testy Exchanges over South China Sea, Myanmar Civil War. The ASEAN Summit in Laos October 6 to 11 concluded with little progress on two major issues: the civil war in Myanmar and tensions in the South China Sea.

The Navies of the U.S., Canada, the Philippines, and Japan have started a new exercise in the South China Sea. As part of a maritime security exercise, the Navies of the U.S., Canada, the Philippines, and Japan are conducting a new combined training in the South.

Philippine minister urges ASEAN to seal South China Sea code of conduct. Increasingly frequent confrontations between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea this year should impress upon Southeast Asian.

ASEAN needs to speak out more on South China Sea: Philippine foreign secretary. Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo spoke to CNA’s Saksith Saiyasombut about tensions in the South China Sea, and the country’s efforts to…

South China Sea should be of importance to nations outside of Asia: Philippine FM. Philippines’ Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo says speaking out on the conflict with China in the South China Sea benefits not only his country,…

18th October

China’s high-stakes gamble: Testing American resolve in South China Sea. As Beijing tests the limits of American resolve, the credibility of US security commitments in the region hangs in the balance.

How Beijing is closing surveillance gaps in the South China Sea. The discovery of a new radar system on China’s Triton Island military base shows that Beijing is rapidly developing its intelligence capacities in contested…

Long-simmering tensions in the South China Sea are nearing a boil. Also on the daily podcast: a dispatch from a Gaza resident and Europe’s wolves have farmers howling, again

Joint exercise Sama Sama in South China Sea enters key phase. Joint exercise Sama Sama, led by the Philippines and the United States, entered a crucial phase that simulated realistic scenarios in the South China Sea on…

‘Big asset’: Philippine lawmaker urges US to donate missile cruiser amid sea row. Congressman Rufus Rodriguez says the USS Philippine Sea cruiser will help the Philippines assert its sovereignty and protect its fishers.

U.S. and Philippines Hold Naval Drills with Allies in the South China Sea. The Philippines and its allies, including Canada, Japan and the U.S., kicked off the maritime phase of Exercise Sama Sama 2024 in the South China Sea this…

China’s new naval base in Cambodia. Harsha Kakar China has steadily been working to secure its lines of communication during any future conflict. At the same time, it has always considered…

17th October

China accuses Japanese vessel of ‘illegally’ entering disputed waters. The incident is the latest between China and Japan around disputed islands in the East China Sea.

Malaysia’s Anwar Again Says Oil and Gas Exploration Will Continue. China has protested the state energy firm Petronas’ exploration activities in the South China Sea.

What’s actually happening in the South China Sea? Satellite images show how the race to build and fortify artificial islands in the South China Sea is nudging America and China closer to conflict.

China Isn’t Giving Up on the South China Sea. Once upon a time, China went out of its way to allay anxieties roused by its power and ambition. Then it stopped. Its new charm offensive would prove…

Malaysia to continue South China Sea oil, gas exploration despite China’s objections. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed his country’s commitment to oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, despite objections from…

New naval base for Sarawak amid rising South China Sea tensions. The defence ministry is also looking to build an air force base in the vicinity of the Bintulu airport.

Petronas Exploration in the South China Sea: Geopolitical and Energy Challenges. Analysis of the geopolitical and economic challenges of Petronas’ oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, and its impact on Malaysia-China relations…

16th October

China, Philippines’ clash over South China Sea sovereignty. China and the Philippines’ decadeslong dispute over the South China Sea has once again brought the two countries into a state of crisis.

How the US and the Philippines should counter Beijing’s aggression in the South China Sea. Washington, Manila, and their Indo-Pacific allies must work together to counter China’s maritime aggression in Philippine waters.

Innovating Vietnam’s Public Diplomacy in the South China Sea. Should Vietnam adopt the Philippines’ “assertive transparency” approach to future incidents in the South China Sea?

South Korea steps up commitment to South China Sea, with limits. President Yoon Suk Yeol made security pledges to support ASEAN countries, but analysts say there are limits on what South Korea can do.

Malaysia PM Stands Firm Over South China Sea Exploration. State oil and gas firm Petronas appears reluctant to stoke Chinese ire as Malaysia’s prime minister pushes back.

Oil exploration in South China Sea to go on amid China’s objections, says PM. Putrajaya will stand firm on its territorial claims in the South China Sea and continue oil exploration activities despite China’s objections…

East Asia fails to adopt South China Sea statement amid finger pointing. A U.S. official accused China and Russia of blocking a joint declaration at the recent East Asia Summit in Laos over a sub-clause on the South China Sea but…

Perspectives, Thought-Provoking Analysis, and Open Discourse. Vietnam’s national identity has long been shaped by its struggle against Chinese domination. For over a millennium, various Chinese dynasties…

Philippines says Chinese militia boat sideswiped fisheries vessel in South China Sea. Philippine and Chinese government vessels collided last week in the South China Sea, according to officials from both nations, the most recent skirmish…

15th October

Malaysia To Continue Oil Exploration In South China Sea Despite Beijing Objections. Petronas’ Kasawari field, located off Sarawak, is a critical energy asset for Malaysia. It holds an estimated 10 trillion cubic feet.

Malaysia Firm On Defending Freedom In South China Sea. Malaysia is firm in defending the freedom of the South China Sea in accordance with the 1982 United Nations Convention on…

South China Sea Tensions: China Launches Military Drills Near Taiwan. South China sea tensions grow, as China has encircled Taiwan with fighter jets and warships as it launched large scale military drills around the island.

Philippines says Chinese ‘maritime militia’ boat sideswiped fisheries vessel. The Philippines’ Bureau of Fisheries said a “Chinese maritime militia” boat deliberately sideswiped one of its two vessels that were patrolling near Thitu…

ASEAN statement blocked over South China Sea says US official. The ASEAN summit sought to address the rise in clashes in the South China Sea, which has heightened fears of disruptions to supply chains.

14th October

Asean members find common ground in disputed waters. “We strongly condemned the violent and illegal actions of Chinese maritime authorities against Vietnamese fishermen near the Paracel Islands on September 29…

More ASEAN nations offer help on South China Sea issue. More ASEAN nations offer help on South China Sea issue Asia News Network (ANN) is the leading regional alliance of news titles striving to bring the region…

ASEAN urges early accord on South China Sea code, end to Myanmar violence. The ASEAN chairman’s statement represents the consensus from meetings ended on Friday of the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Laos.

Philippine defence minister doubts China’s intent on South China Sea code. The Philippines doubts China’s intention to negotiate a regional code of conduct in the South China Sea although Manila is looking forward to…

13th October

Russia and China accused of blocking Asean statement due to dispute over South China Sea. Russian foreign minister says final declaration not adopted because of attempts by US, Japan, South Korea, Australia and NZ ‘to turn it into a purely…

Vietnam condemns the PRC for assaulting its fishermen in South China Sea. The Associated Press Vietnam has accused Chinese law enforcement personnel of assaulting 10 Vietnamese fishermen, damaging their fishing gear and seiz.

ASEAN Summit statements mum on China’s actions in South China Sea. The ASEAN regional bloc has yet to release a joint communique that mentions China’s illegal actions in the South China Sea.

More Asean nations offer help on South China Sea issue: Marcos. President Marcos said on Friday (Oct 11) “more than half” of the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) offered some form of…

Russia-China Face Backlash for Blocking ASEAN Consensus on South China Sea. Russia and China Tried Blocking the ASEAN Statement on consensus in South China Sea faced a backlash.

12th October

What’s behind escalating China-Philippines tensions in the South China Sea? A territorial row between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea has turned increasingly violent, with the two sides trading allegations of…

US condemns China’s ‘dangerous’ South China Sea activities. Blinken told the ASEAN leaders that the US will “continue to support freedom of navigation” in the Indo-Pacific. The Philippines has used the summit to…

Clashes on S China Sea, Ukraine dominate Asia summit. The United States and its allies clashed on Friday with Russia and China at a summit in Laos dominated by disputes on maritime cla.

Undersea cables emerge as source of friction in South China Sea. A new source of tension in the South China Sea — until now focused on fisheries, resource extraction and freedom of navigation — is beginning to get…

Blinken condemns China’s ‘dangerous and unlawful’ moves in South China Sea. United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has told Southeast Asian leaders that Washington is “concerned” about Chinese expansionism in the South…

South China Sea dispute: U.S. concerned about China’s increasingly dangerous and unlawful activities in the region. ASEAN summit meeting: US Sec. Blinken addresses China’s aggressive actions in South China Sea, assures U.S. commitment to freedom of navigation.

Philippines calls for urgency from China, ASEAN in negotiating South China Sea code. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr pressed Southeast Asian leaders and China at a regional summit on Thursday to urgently speed up negotiations on a…

11th October

China Defiant on South China Sea, Blames Foreign Meddling at ASEAN. Southeast Asian leaders stepped up pressure on China to respect international law following clashes in the disputed South China Sea, but Chinese Premier Li Qiang was defiant during annual summit talks on Thursday as he blamed “ …

South China Sea code of conduct needed to secure area – Romualdez. This photo taken on March 5, 2024 shows China Coast Guard vessels deploying water cannons at the Philippine military chartered Unaizah May 4 (C) during its supply mission to Second Thomas Shoal in the disputed South China Sea. The Philippines said on March …

PH raises South China Sea dispute at ASEAN Summit. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has raised the South China Sea dispute during his intervention at the 45th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Vientiane, Laos. According to a statement from the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), …

The Next U.S. President Will Have to Confront China in the South China Sea. When President Joe Biden steps down in January, he’ll hand his successor a world far more dangerous than the one he inherited four years ago. Under his watch, the U.S. returned Afghanistan to the barbarous Taliban and watched wars break out in Europe and …

Blinken calls out China’s ‘increasingly dangerous’ acts in South China Sea. United. States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday called out China for “increasingly dangerous and unlawful actions” in the South and East China Seas. In his remarks during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations …

At ASEAN Meeting, US Condemns Chinese Actions in South China Sea. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken today condemned China’s recent assertive actions in the South China Sea, as he met leaders from the Association of…

Blinken condemns China’s ‘dangerous and unlawful’ moves in South China Sea. Top US diplomat says Beijing has ‘injured people’ and ‘harmed vessels’ of rival nations in the disputed waters.

Global trade at risk as tensions escalate in South China Sea. Rising naval tensions in the South China Sea are increasingly posing risks to some of the world’s most vital shipping lanes, experts warn.

Southeast Asian Nations Convene amid Myanmar Crisis, South China Sea Tensions. Leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are in Vientiane, Laos this week for the bloc’s annual summit and the concurrent East Asia…

Blinken tells ASEAN the US is worried about China’s actions in South China Sea. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Southeast Asian leaders Friday that the U.S. is concerned about China’s “increasingly dangerous and unlawful”…

Blinken tells ASEAN the US is worried about China’s ‘dangerous’ actions in disputed sea. This year’s ASEAN forum has been focused on the civil war in Myanmar and territorial tensions in the South China Sea, two key challenges that…

China’s ‘dangerous and unlawful activities’ in South China Sea causing worry to the US: Blinken. There have been a series of confrontations at South China Sea between China and ASEAN members Philippines and Vietnam, leading to speculations that these…

10th October

Philippines’ Marcos pushes for ‘earnest’ South China Sea talks. In a significant development, South China Sea tensions came up during the ASEAN-China summit on Thursday in Vientiane, Laos, which is hos.

China seeks deeper economic ties with ASEAN at summit talks as South China Sea disputes lurk. Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for deeper market integration with Southeast Asia during annual summit talks where territorial disputes in the South…

ASEAN Calls For Early Conclusion Of South China Sea COC – PM Anwar. From Rosmalis Anuar and Kenny Teng Khoon Hock. VIENTIANE, Oct 10 (Bernama) — ASEAN has called for an early conclusion of the Code of Conduct (COC) in the…

Philippines challenges China over South China Sea at ASEAN meet. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. challenged Chinese Premier Li Qiang over recent clashes in the South China Sea at regional summit talks on…

Indonesia suggests direct communication on South China Sea dispute. Indonesian Vice President Ma’ruf Amin proposed the reactivation of direct communication between high-ranking ASEAN officials and the Chinese government to.

9th October

ASEAN leaders meet in Laos summit to tackle Myanmar, South China Sea. Southeast Asian leaders gathered in the capital of Laos on Wednesday for an annual regional forum that will focus on tackling the prolonged…

Blinken to discuss Myanmar, South China Sea and Ukraine at Asia summits Laos. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will represent the United States at summits with Asian leaders in Laos this week and expects to discuss human rights in…

ASEAN chairman’s statement likely to call for restraint in South China Sea. NHK has learned that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is preparing a chairman’s statement at its summit that will call on countries to exercise…

Myanmar, South China Sea to test ASEAN relevance in summit. Myanmar peace initiative falters, war intensifies as talks on South China Sea code drag on.

Philippines sides with Vietnam in South China Sea dispute, hoping for reciprocity. The Philippines’ involvement in a maritime dispute between Vietnam and China reflects a strategy to form alliances in the South China Sea, according to…

8th October

Myanmar and South China Sea to test ASEAN relevance in upcoming summit. The 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has, since it was founded in 1967, created complex political structures and processes that have…

South China Sea: New South Korean weapons for the Philippines. Due to growing tensions with China, South Korea and the Philippines have agreed to intensify their security cooperation. On Monday, South Korean Head of.

CMSI Translation #8: “U.S.-Philippine Military Cooperation in the South China Sea: Challenges & Responses”. Zhang Yilong, “U.S.-Philippine Military Cooperation in the South China Sea: Challenges and Responses,” CMSI Translation 8 (Newport, RI: Naval War College…

Malaysia eyes strengthened South China Sea defence with new naval base in Borneo. Set to be operational by 2030, the facility at Bintulu is positioned less than 150km from the disputed Luconia Shoals, also claimed by China.

No “Waka Waka”, U.S. & Philippines Do “Sama Sama” In South China Sea; Navies Kick-Off Drills Near Subic Bay. The U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and allies began the eighth iteration of Exercise Sama Sama near Subic Bay in the…

Six countries join naval drills amid tension with China. The navies from the Philippines, US and 4 allies are staging a large-scale exercise in the South China Sea.

Chinese Maritime Safety Officers Beat Vietnamese Fishermen During South China Sea Interdiction, Say Officials. An incident in the South China Sea last month saw 10 Vietnamese fishermen beaten by officers from China’s Maritime Safety Administration near the Paracel…

The sordid saga of South China Sea: Bullish China, helpless ASEAN and clawless UNCLOS. The South China Sea (SCS) regularly remains in High Tide status, thanks to its strategic and economic importance. An estimated $3.37 trillion in global…

7th October

Philippines, South Korea agree to deepen maritime cooperation. The Philippines and South Korea committed Monday to deepening maritime cooperation, their presidents said, in the face of China’s assertion of its claims…

With eye on China, Malaysia pushes for new naval base in Sarawak. How will it impact their ties? The planned naval base in Bintulu, Sarawak will help Malaysia shore up its military presence in its Exclusive Economic Zone in the South China Sea amid…

China will deploy air defenses over the South China Sea. A senior Chinese official has said China has the right to set up an air defense zone over territory in the South China Sea.

Philippines, South Korea boost defence cooperation, upgrades ties to strategic partnership. UPDATE 2-Philippines, South Korea boost defence cooperation, upgrades ties to strategic partnership

Beijing, Manila and allies, launch drills near South China Sea flashpoint. Chinese military buzzes contested Scarborough Shoal, as Philippines runs war games with US and other Western allies.

AFP says Chinese planes dropped flares in path of PAF patrol over Bajo de Masinloc. The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Sunday condemned the use this week by the Chinese air force of flares in the path of a Philippine Air Force plane on…

6th October

Beijing’s South China Sea ambitions won’t be battered by China–Philippines agreement. The Philippines and China reached a temporary agreement allowing the Philippines to resupply a grounded naval vessel in the South China Sea.

German frigate completes passage through South China Sea. Germany’s frigate Baden-Württemberg has just completed its passage through the South China Sea amid tensions over Beijing’s territorial claims.

CCTV4: CMG VSCS Releases In-Depth Documentary: Navigation in the South China Sea: Truth in the Fog. On September 27, the South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative (SCSPI), a Chinese think tank, released the Report on Navigation.

Philippines accuses China of assaulting Vietnamese fishermen in South China Sea. The Philippines accused Chinese maritime officials on Friday of carrying out an “unjustified assault” on Vietnamese fishermen in the contested.

PH-Japan defense pact ‘none of China’s business’: Teodoro. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday said the Philippines-Japan’s Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) is “none of China’s business.”

NSC condemns attack on Vietnamese fishers in South China Sea. The National Security Council (NSC) is standing with Vietnam, denouncing what it called “violent and illegal actions of Chinese…

Silence on China’s aggression must end, says Commo. Tarriela. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the Philippine Coast Guard’s spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, has urged Southeast Asian nations to stop being silent and…

5th October

Philippines condemns China’s attacks on Vietnamese fishermen amid rising tensions in South China Sea. The Philippines strongly condemned the violent actions of Chinese maritime authorities against Vietnamese fishermen near the Paracel Islands on September 29…

Vietnam condemns China for assault on its fishermen in the disputed South China Sea. Vietnam has condemned China, saying that Chinese law enforcement personnel assaulted 10 Vietnamese fishermen, damaged their fishing gear and seized about 4…

Philippines accuses China of assaulting Vietnamese fishermen in South China Sea, Asia News. The Philippines accused Chinese maritime officials on Oct 4 of carrying out an “unjustified assault” on Vietnamese fishermen in the contested…

4th October

Vietnam Accuses China of ‘Brutal’ Behavior in South China Sea. Vietnam claims an attack by Chinese law enforcement on a Vietnamese fishing vessel in disputed waters resulted in injuries to 10 crewmen.

Allies, Partners Conduct Operations in South China Sea. Forces from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, the Philippines and the U.S. conducted a maritime cooperation activity within the Philippines’ exclusive economic…

Beijing tests regional resolve in South China Sea amid Middle East conflict. As the United States and other like-minded countries hold joint military exercises in the South China Sea, Chinese vessels have been aggressively asserting…

Escalating contest over South China Sea disrupts international cable system. China’s effort to dominate the disputed waterway is taking a toll on the network of underwater cables that provide essential internet connectivity in Asia.

Marcos to raise South China Sea issue with Asean in Laos. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will raise the South China Sea dispute and assert Manila’s sovereignty over its territorial waters when…

US election: Implications for Manila-Washington alliance, South China Sea. As Nov. 5 nears, analysts assess how each candidate could affect security cooperation, territorial claims.

Philippines draws defence firms as military modernises amid South China Sea tension. Philippines draws defence firms as military modernises amid South China Sea tension – Asia & Pacific – The Jakarta Post.

Malaysia ignores China, expands exploration in the South China Sea. In a letter, Beijing called upon Kuala Lumpur to stop oil and gas activities in Malaysia’s exclusive economic zone, which China challenges.

3rd October

Vietnam Protests ‘Brutal’ Chinese Attack on Fishermen in Paracel Islands. Vietnam yesterday protested to China over a reported attack on a Vietnamese fishing boat three days ago in waters claimed by both countries in the South…

China’s Fait Accompli in the South China Sea. The South China Sea has become Beijing’s lake. While the Philippines, Vietnam, the United States, the international courts, and others continue to…

Vietnam Condemns China’s ‘Brutal Behavior’ in Fisher Attack. Vietnam’s foreign ministry condemned on Wednesday China’s “brutal behavior” during a violent attack on Vietnamese fishers in the disputed South China Sea.

China Escalates Tensions In South China Sea. Chinese missile boats chased Philippine vessels near the half moon shoal, even directing lasers at a Philippine patrolling aircraft.

Gray Hulls in the Gray Zone: Indonesia’s Conundrum in the South China Sea. Due to long-time neglect of its coast guard equivalent, Indonesia has been forced to use its navy to respond to China’s incursions – giving Beijing an…

Despite constant hovering by Chinese ships, Malaysia expands South China Sea drilling. Malaysia is broadening its search for new oil and gas clusters under its waters in the South China Sea despite China continually pushing to stop those…

2nd October

Why It’s Time to Rename the South China Sea. The South China Sea is a strategic and resource-rich body of water that is known by various names, reflecting the region’s multifaceted historical,…

How Manila can resolve China dispute. THE nations have just one choice – either fight climate change together or fight each other. If we fight both wars, we will be destroyed by climate ch…

Competing Naval Drills in South China Sea Raise Tensions. Competing naval exercises got underway in the South China Sea this week, further raising tensions in a region marked by overlapping territorial claims.

1st October

International breaking news today. Chinese ships and planes on Saturday conducted patrols around the flashpoint Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea as Beijing…

Vietnam boat attacked near contested South China Sea islands. At least 10 Vietnamese fishermen have been injured after their boat was attacked by a foreign vessel while fishing near Paracel islands claimed by…

Philippines Monitoring Chinese Activity at Disputed South China Sea Shoal. The Philippine Coast Guard said it is keeping an eye on China’s next move at a disputed South China Sea shoal that has become the latest flashpoint in the…

30th September

Five Navies Drill In South China Sea, So Does China. The armed forces of five countries conducted joint maritime exercises in a portion of the South China Sea on Saturday as…

South China Sea: Why US ‘freedom of navigation’ operations draw opposition. In the South China Sea, the United States is neither a claimant nor a coastal state. The country however, conducts what it says are “freedom of navigation…

Chinese FM Criticizes US Missile Deployment in the Philippines. From its base in Luzon, the Typhon land-based missile system has the ability to strike targets in mainland China.

ASEAN and the South China Sea: Constraints and pathways. South China Sea (SCS) is one of the hot spots in Southeast Asia and the wider Indo-Pacific.

Warships from the Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, U.S. and Japan Sail in Joint South China Sea Patrol.

Scarborough Shoal ‘completely surrounded’ by Chinese ships, Filipino fishers say. Eyewitness accounts reveal a relentless patrol of Chinese ships around the South China Sea shoal, leaving Filipino fishermen fearful.

Relics from South China Sea make debut in Hainan. People visit an exhibition featuring relics retrieved from two ancient shipwrecks discovered in the South China Sea at the China (Hainan) Museum of the…

US, allies holds joint drills in disputed South China Sea. Naval forces from the US, the Philippines, Japan, New Zealand, and Australia conducted joint drills in the disputed South China Sea, amid growing regional…

Eyes on Hainan: Debut of over 400 relics from South China Sea. More than 400 relics from ancient shipwrecks, which had been submerged in the South China Sea for over 500 years at a depth of more than 1,500 meters,…

China says US missile deployment in Philippines undermines peace. Speaking to South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul in New York on Saturday, Wang also called for avoiding “war or chaos on the Korean Peninsula”,…

29th September

US, Asia-Pacific nations hold joint maritime exercises in South China Sea. The armed forces of five countries conducted joint maritime exercises in a portion of the South China Sea on Saturday as China carried out its own military…

China holds drills near disputed South China Sea reef. Chinese naval and air forces have held maneuvers in a disputed part of the South China Sea. The drills came shortly after high-level talks between Beijing…

Japan MSDF, 4 navies hold joint drill in South China Sea. A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer and naval vessels from four other countries conducted a joint drill in the South China Sea on Saturday.

Military: Philippines Delivers Supplies To Troops At Disputed South China Sea Shoal. By Jason Gutierrez. The Philippines successfully delivered supplies to troops stationed at Second Thomas Shoal, the military announced Friday, marking the…

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