The Philippines defence minister on Monday dared China to take its claims of sovereignty in the South China Sea to international arbitration following another standoff at the weekend, but said Manila …
Philippines defence minister dares China to put maritime sovereignty claim to arbitration
The Philippines Defence Secretary on Monday dared China to take its claims of sovereignty in the South China Sea to international arbitration, and said Manila would not budge on its position.
South China Sea: Beijing warns Philippines against ‘escalating situation’ after latest Second Thomas Shoal face-off
Fresh warning comes after Manila accuses Chinese coastguard of blocking a supply boat off disputed shoal and damaging it with water cannons.
China issues stern warning to Philippines over south China sea dispute developments
In response to recent developments in the disputed waters of the South China Sea, China’s defense ministry issued a stern warning to the Philippines, …
Philippines has potential to grow into $2 trillion economy – WEF
Brende emphasized that WEF is seeing a lot of global business interest in the Philippines considering that it is now the fastest growing economy in the region. “It’s not always been like that.
South China Sea: Philippines debates boosting war readiness through mandatory military training for students
Critics say the costs of implementing the Reserve Officers Training Corps bill and doubts over its strategic impact mean efforts are better redirected towards modernising the military …
China coastguard uses water cannons against Philippine ships in South China Sea
China’s coastguard said it had taken measures against Philippine vessels in disputed waters of the South China Sea on Saturday, while the Philippines decried the moves, including the use of water …
Foreign governments stand with Philippines after latest incident in Ayungin Shoal
New Zealand, among the first to issue a statement, says it is ‘fundamental to regional stability’ for maritime disputes to be ‘resolved peacefully in accordance with international law’ MANILA, …
Philippines Says China Coast Guard Blasted Water Cannon at Boat in Disputed Sea
The Philippines on Saturday said a China Coast Guard ship fired a water cannon at a Filipino civilian boat on a resupply mission to a remote outpost in the South China Sea, in the latest flareup in …
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