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Philippines South China Sea policy

China Coast Guard Again Damages Philippine Boat Near Disputed Shoal

China Coast Guard Again Damages Philippine Boat Near Disputed Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
The incident took place during the regular resupply of the Philippine outpost on Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands.

Does Vietnam-Philippines Maritime Cooperation Offer a Template for the Region?

Does Vietnam-Philippines Maritime Cooperation Offer a Template for the Region?

By Benjamin Blandin
While differences remain, the two nations are experiencing an increasing strategic convergence on the South China Sea.
Chinese and Philippine Coast Guard Vessels Again Collide in Contested Waters

Chinese and Philippine Coast Guard Vessels Again Collide in Contested Waters

By Sebastian Strangio
The reported collision came as the maritime disputes dominated discussions at a regional summit in Australia.

Philippines to Probe Claims of Chinese Cyanide Use at Scarborough Shoal

Philippines to Probe Claims of Chinese Cyanide Use at Scarborough Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
Allegations that Chinese vessels have used the toxic chemical in their fishing operations add to the climate of tension in the South China Sea.

Philippines Deploys Warship to Palawan Island, Facing South China Sea

Philippines Deploys Warship to Palawan Island, Facing South China Sea

By Sebastian Strangio
The deployment follows a string of stand-offs between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the disputed seaway.

Why Vietnam Cannot Copy the Philippines’ China Policy

Why Vietnam Cannot Copy the Philippines’ China Policy

By Khang Vu
The country's awkward geographic position with China militates against it adopting a strong pro-U.S. orientation.

Vietnam, Philippines Sign Agreements on Maritime Security Cooperation

Vietnam, Philippines Sign Agreements on Maritime Security Cooperation

By Sebastian Strangio
The agreements come at a time of intensifying tension in waters claimed by China and the Philippines.
Philippines Military to Provide ‘Unimpeded’ Access to Sea Resources, Defense Chief Says

Philippines Military to Provide ‘Unimpeded’ Access to Sea Resources, Defense Chief Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The new "comprehensive archipelagic defense concept" will seek to secure Manila's access to resources lying within its Exclusive Economic Zone, including in the South China Sea.

Philippines Again Condemns ‘Provocative’ Chinese Actions in South China Sea

Philippines Again Condemns ‘Provocative’ Chinese Actions in South China Sea

By Sebastian Strangio
The condemnation came after the Philippine Coast Guard reported another incident in the vicinity of Scarborough Shoal on January 12.

Philippines to Upgrade South China Sea Outposts, Military Chief Says

Philippines to Upgrade South China Sea Outposts, Military Chief Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Desalination machines and communications upgrades are slated for the nine features that Manila occupies in the contested waterway.

Navigating South China Sea Security in 2024

Navigating South China Sea Security in 2024

By Sophie Wushuang Yi
A look back at the strategic dynamics of the maritime disputes in 2023, and what we might expect in the new year.
US, Philippines, China Begin Simultaneous South China Sea Patrols

US, Philippines, China Begin Simultaneous South China Sea Patrols

By Sebastian Strangio
The dueling patrols, which were scheduled to take place on January 3-4, encapsulate the intensifying frictions in the waterway.

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