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China-Philippines maritime disputes
Upgraded Philippines-US Military Cooperation May Cause a Setback in China-Philippines Relations
By Nian Peng
Beijing is paying close attention to the rapid developments in the Philippines-U.S. alliance, and China is not happy with what it sees.
Philippines’ Marcos Seeks Foreign Minister Talks With China on Maritime Disputes
By Jim Gomez
The Philippine president said Manila will continue to push back against China, despite his proposal for higher-level talks to rapidly address future conflicts at sea.
New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea
By Vincent Kyle Parada
Although both sides have kept it low key, Chinese coast guard activities are continuing in areas claimed by Manila.
Philippines Seeks Explanation From China Over Seizure of Rocket Debris
By Sebastian Strangio
The incident close to the Philippine-occupied Thitu Island was just the latest between the two nations in the disputed South China Sea.
Chinese Foreign Minister Courts Philippines’ President Marcos
By Sebastian Strangio
Foreign Minister Wang Yi was all smiles during his stop in Manila, but China-Philippine relations are likely to remain freighted with challenges.
China Coast Guard Uses Water Cannon Against Philippine Boats
By Jim Gomez
Two Philippine ships headed for Second Thomas Shoal with food supplies for the Filipino forces there were blasted with water by Chinese coast guard vessels.
Philippines Demands China Remove Vessels at 6 Islands, Reefs
By Jim Gomez
According to the Philippine government, more than 250 Chinese vessels have been spotted near six Manila-claimed islands and reefs in the disputed South China Sea.
Philippines Slams China's South China Sea Flotilla
By Jim Gomez
Manila protested against the presence of hundreds of Chinese vessels near Philippine-controlled islets.
Duterte's China Convergence Continues
By Shannon Tiezzi
In China, the Philippine leader advances cooperation in the economic, defense, and media sectors.
Chinese Premier: China-Philippines Relations as Warm as Manila’s Weather
By Charlotte Gao
China and the Philippines agree to resolve differences over the South China Sea and enhance mutual cooperation.
Duterte’s Year of Sound and Fury
By Ronald D. Holmes and Mark R. Thompson
One year after his inauguration, how is the Philippine president faring?
Dead in the Water: The South China Sea Arbitral Award, One Year Later
By Carl Thayer
Revisiting the July 2016 award on the South China Sea disputes between the Philippines and China.