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South China Sea
Blinken Underscores ‘Ironclad’ Support for the Philippines as It Clashes With China in Disputed Sea
By Jim Gomez
While in Manila, Blinken reiterated that the U.S. is obligated to defend the Philippines if Filipino forces, ships, or aircraft come under an armed attack anywhere in the South China Sea.
Biden to Host Summit With Japan’s Kishida and Philippines’ Marcos
By Sebastian Strangio
The trilateral summit, which will be held in Washington on April 11, comes at a time of increasing tension in the western Pacific.
Guardrails For the South China Sea
By Sribala Subramanian
A top U.S. diplomat hopes the Senate will ratify a maritime treaty.
President Marcos to Meet US Secretary of State Amid South China Sea Tensions
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine leader said that the meeting will address closer maritime cooperation between the U.S., the Philippines, and Japan.
The Philippine Coast Guard’s Modernization: An International Joint Effort
By Josiah Gottfried
Over the past decade, the PCG has become a respectable force – with a little help from Manila's friends
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
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.
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.
Situating the Battle of the Paracel Islands in Modern Vietnam-China Relations
By Khang Vu
Good relations with China have necessitated the downplaying of past conflicts by both countries.
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
By Sebastian Strangio
Desalination machines and communications upgrades are slated for the nine features that Manila occupies in the contested waterway.
Indonesian President Discusses Maritime Tensions, Economy on Vietnam Trip
By Sebastian Strangio
President Joko Widodo's state visit came in the middle of a Southeast Asian tour that also involved stops in the Philippines and Brunei.