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South China Sea
Gregory Poling on Escalating Tension in the South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
“China has been harassing Philippine resupply missions for more than a decade and has been steadily increasing the intensity of their coercive tactics for at least the last five years.”
Out of the Blue: Rising to the Challenges of Australia’s Maritime Security
By Tom Bamforth, Tom Barber, and Grant Wyeth
Australia has an opportunity to play a more proactive role in coordinating a regional framework to address security concerns across numerous domains.
Philippines Expecting Further Chinese Escalation in South China Sea, Official Says
By Sebastian Strangio
After a tumultuous 2023, the Philippines is set for another year of confrontation in contested waters.
Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash
By Sebastian Strangio
In two separate incidents over the weekend, Chinese vessels collided with and used water cannons against Philippine ships in contested parts of the South China Sea.
Philippines Calls Out China For ‘Swarming’ Disputed Reef
By Sebastian Strangio
The incident is the latest in a string of assertive Chinese actions in waters claimed by Beijing and Manila.
Australia-Philippines Launch Joint Naval Patrol in South China Sea
By Grant Wyeth
The recent joint patrol is another sign that Beijing's attempts at intimidation in will not be submitted to – not by the Philippines and not by Australia.
Philippines, US Launch Joint Maritime And Air Patrols
By Sebastian Strangio
The long-expected announcement comes at a time of growing tension in contested parts of the South China Sea.
Philippines Seeks Greater Regional Cooperation on South China Sea Disputes
By Sebastian Strangio
President Marcos said that his administration has reached out to Malaysia and Vietnam at a time of growing friction in contested waters.
South China Sea Flashpoints: The Second Thomas Shoal Crisis
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What's driving tensions between China and the Philippines at Second Thomas Shoal?
Holding the Line Against China’s Maritime Bullying: The Philippines Sets a New Standard
By Lisa Curtis
The Philippines’ bold and creative moves to defy China provide a powerful example to the other Southeast Asian nations on how they, too, can resist Chinese interference.
Philippines Will Toughen South China Sea Stance, Admiral Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Vice Adm. Alberto Carlos' comments come two days after the Philippine Coast Guard removed a barrier that Chinese ships had installed at the disputed Scarborough Shoal.
China’s Baselines Around the Offshore Archipelago
By TSURUTA Jun
Baselines are the starting point for China’s attempts to claim sea areas.