West Philippine Sea

In 2018, Manila and Beijing began talks on the joint exploration of offshore oil and gas resources in disputed areas of the South China Sea.

The move follows strong condemnations from senior ministers, including an expletive laden tweet from Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin.

This incident is perhaps the first in which a Chinese navy vessel has harassed a civilian boat inside another nation's Exclusive Economic Zone.

After four years of flip-flopping, the Philippine President voiced strong support for a Hague ruling rejecting most of China’s claims to disputed waters.

A music video ode to “friendly neighbors across the sea” can’t patch over growing discontent with China in the Philippines.

By examining the underlying assumptions, it’s clear a rethink of Philippine China policies is needed.

Not even a strongman like Duterte can prevent China from altering the status quo, so what’s the plan?

The two countries continue their defense cooperation amid troubling developments in the maritime realm.

The recent flashpoint could be an opportunity for Manila to take some steps that are long overdue.

Indian officials have suggested that Delhi is preparing to become more actively involved in the South China Sea.

ASEAN navies expand in response to China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea.