92 m. ago Why Sandy Cay matters: Philippines and China stake rival claims in South China Sea dispute

Experts interpret Manila’s counter flag-raising as an effort to resist Beijing’s creeping jurisdiction.

Politics

4 h. ago China and the Philippines Spar Over a Sandbar in the South China Sea

China and the Philippines Spar Over a Sandbar in the South China Sea  The New York Times

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5 h. ago China and Philippines clash over disputed Sandy Cay in the Spratly Islands

Beijing urges Manila to ‘stop its infringement’ after Philippine personnel land on reef that has become flashpoint in South China Sea.

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6 h. ago China and Philippines unfurl competing flags on disputed South China Sea sandbars, reviving tensions

China and Philippines unfurl competing flags on disputed South China Sea sandbars, reviving tensions  CNN

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6 h. ago Manila denies China ‘dealt with’ Philippine mission to disputed reef

Manila denies China ‘dealt with’ Philippine mission to disputed reef  Al Jazeera

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9 h. ago Beijing says handled Philippine ‘infringement’ at disputed reef in South China Sea

Beijing says handled Philippine ‘infringement’ at disputed reef in South China Sea  Hong Kong Free Press

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15 h. ago FirstFT: Beijing’s seizure of disputed South China Sea reef revives tensions with the Philippines

FirstFT: Beijing’s seizure of disputed South China Sea reef revives tensions with the Philippines  Financial Times

Events

56 h. ago Philippines urged to ‘strategically’ work with China amid US tariff tensions

It follows a call from a Chinese envoy for the Philippines and fellow Asean members to be united in safeguarding free trade.

Economics

59 h. ago Why the Philippines can’t ignore China’s Southeast Asia pivot

Beijing’s focus on regional stability and trade openness presents both challenges and opportunities that Manila can’t afford to overlook.

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59 h. ago Asian Angle | Why ignoring China’s Southeast Asia pivot could cost the Philippines

Asian Angle | Why ignoring China’s Southeast Asia pivot could cost the Philippines  South China Morning Post

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3 d. ago Philippines orders investigation into alleged China interference in May elections

The allegations come amid confrontations and strained ties between China and US ally the Philippines over disputed areas in the South China Sea.

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3 d. ago South China Sea: China blames Philippine activity for coral damage at disputed Sandy Cay

New government report concludes degradation caused by combination of natural and human activity, including nearby Philippine construction projects.

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3 d. ago South China Sea: Beijing blames Manila for coral damage at disputed Sandy Cay

New government report concludes degradation caused by combination of natural and human activity, including nearby Philippine construction projects.

Events

3 d. ago China coastguard claims ‘sovereign jurisdiction’ of Sandy Cay in South China Sea

State media reports CCG officers ‘exercising maritime control’ on one of the reefs in the Spratly Islands also claimed by Philippines.

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3 d. ago Chinese coastguard claims ‘sovereign jurisdiction’ of Sandy Cay in South China Sea

State media reports CCG officers ‘exercising maritime control’ on one of the reefs in the Spratly Islands also claimed by Philippines.

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4 d. ago China accused of meddling in Philippine midterm elections by ‘paying Filipinos in troll farms’

The National Security Council believes China is trying to influence May’s midterm elections via social media, targeting the Marcos government and its policies.

Politics

7 d. ago US or China? 2 Philippine provinces show the local face of a global power struggle

US military hosts Cagayan and Palawan hold opposing views of Beijing because of their economic engagements with China, according to a study.

Politics

7 d. ago Will Philippines’ second BrahMos missile system deter Beijing in the South China Sea?

The additional delivery may be more symbolic than strategic in repelling Chinese intentions on disputed area, analysts say.

Events

8 d. ago Chinese scholars suggest peaceful path with Philippines in South China Sea dispute

Experts emphasise compromise and reject ‘megaphone diplomacy’ to avoid conflicts in the disputed waterway.

Politics

1 week ago China, Philippines exchange accusations after tense Scarborough Shoal encounter

Chinese coastguard and its Philippine counterpart trade claims of dangerous behaviour south of the contested area.

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