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China-Philippines relations

Philippines’ Top Diplomat Resigns With South China Sea Verdict Looming
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario has stepped down from his post.

Philippines to (Finally) Join China's Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
By Shannon Tiezzi
After months of debate, Manila will become the last founding member of the AIIB.

Philippine 'Freedom Voyage' Lands on Disputed Island in South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
Defying China and the Philippine government, an activist group lands 47 people on Thitu Island.

China's President Will Head to Philippines for APEC Summit
By Shannon Tiezzi
China is hoping the South China Sea issue won't get raised on what looks to be an ice-breaking trip for Xi Jinping.
2 Chinese Diplomats Shot and Killed in the Philippines
By Ankit Panda
Two Chinese diplomats were killed and one wounded after a disagreement at a private celebration in Cebu, Philippines.

China’s Charm Offensive Continues to Sputter in Southeast Asia
By Joshua Kurlantzick
There has been a significant chilling of China's relations with Southeast Asia.

The Other Claimants: Vietnam and Philippines in the South China Sea
By Bill Hayton
Regional capitals try to secure their interests without starting a conflict.

South China Sea: Philippines v. China
By Lan Nguyen
Legal questions regarding China’s non-participation in the Philippines v. China arbitration.

How China Views the South China Sea Arbitration Case
By Xue Li
A look at China's position on the case -- and how it could respond if the tribunal rules in the Philippines' favor.

China, Philippines Spar Over South China Sea Run-Ins
By Shannon Tiezzi
Manila and Beijing clashed over a series of run-ins between their citizens and militaries in disputed areas.

Relax, China's Island-Building in the South China Sea Is No Threat
By Dingding Chen
Despite its seeming threat, China's activities remain peaceful and defensive in nature.

China's Air Force Conducts Exercise Between Taiwan and the Philippines
By Ankit Panda
The People's Liberation Army Air Force carried out a one-day exercise over the Bashi Channel.

Philippines Expels China Experts Amid South China Sea Concerns
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila ends Chinese involvement in running its power grid citing security fears.

China and the South China Sea Resource Grab
By Michael Fabinyi
Maritime disputes in the region have more than just legal and military dimensions.

Philippines Accuses China of Ramming Boats in South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
Once again, the Philippine government is publicizing China's bad behavior in the South China Sea.

Philippines Blasts China on South China Sea Reclamation Work
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Officials criticize Chinese actions following U.S.-Philippine strategic dialogue.

China Warns Citizens to Stay Away From Philippines
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing sees recent attacks on Chinese citizens as part of a rising tide of anti-China sentiment in the Philippines.

Philippines Wages 'Mapfare' Against China
By Ankit Panda
With a new map exhibit, the Philippines tries to repudiate China's historical claims to South China Sea territories.

Philippine Court Sentences 12 Chinese Fishermen to Prison
By Shannon Tiezzi
The fishermen were accused of illegal fishing at the Philippines' Tubbataha Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

China-Philippines Duel Over a South China Sea Code of Conduct
By Clint Richards
Both countries are developing their South China Sea strategies, neither of which has much to do with ASEAN.

South China Sea: What's Next?
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
Our U.S. editors discuss the ramifications of recent South China Sea disputes.

Chinese Tourist Abducted From Malaysian Resort by Armed Gunmen
By Shannon Tiezzi
Two women, a Chinese tourist and a Filipino worker, were abducted by gunman believed to be Philippine militants.

The Philippines' UNCLOS Claim and the PR Battle Against China
By Shannon Tiezzi
Manila submitting its disputes with China to UNCLOS arbitration is part of a larger battle for international opinion.

Right Vs Might: The Philippines' Strategy for Confronting China
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Philippines hopes to use international law to gain an advantage in its maritime disputes with China.