8 h. 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.

Politics

11 h. 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.

Events

11 h. 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

18 h. ago Why Reed Bank could be the next flashpoint for South China Sea tensions

Resource-rich area is likely to become hotspot for Beijing and Manila, but business and politics could delay a clash, analysts say.

Events

26 h. 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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26 h. 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.

Politics

32 h. ago Manila accuses Beijing of ‘sinister’ campaign to sway midterms, push South China Sea narratives

Manila accuses Beijing of ‘sinister’ campaign to sway midterms, push South China Sea narratives  The Straits Times

Politics

46 h. ago Beijing’s approach to South China Sea tensions: reduce now, resolve later

While focusing on economic links, China is open to negotiating with rival claimants as long as actors outside the region aren’t involved.

Events

46 h. ago Opinion | Beijing’s approach to South China Sea tensions: reduce now, resolve later

Opinion | Beijing’s approach to South China Sea tensions: reduce now, resolve later  South China Morning Post

Events

4 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

4 d. ago Will Manila’s second BrahMos missile system deter Beijing in South China Sea?

Will Manila’s second BrahMos missile system deter Beijing in South China Sea?  South China Morning Post

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4 d. ago Exclusive: Beijing's Yellow Sea platform mirrors South China Sea moves, raising alarm in South Korea

Exclusive: Beijing's Yellow Sea platform mirrors South China Sea moves, raising alarm in South Korea  조선일보

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5 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

8 d. ago Beijing, Manila at odds over Google Maps update on South China Sea

Beijing, Manila at odds over Google Maps update on South China Sea  Radio Free Asia

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8 d. ago China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea

China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea  Reuters

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9 d. ago South China Sea: can Malaysia as Asean chair deliver breakthrough in code of conduct talks?

Talks resumed in Manila earlier this month in search of a ‘substantive and effective’ framework to manage tensions in the disputed waterway.

Society

1 week ago PH airs concerns during South China Sea talks between Beijing, Asean

PH airs concerns during South China Sea talks between Beijing, Asean  Inquirer.net

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2 w. ago South China Sea: Philippines’ resupply mission successful but is it calm before the storm?

Seventh trouble-free mission to disputed Second Thomas Shoal could be due to the July 2024 arrangement between both sides, analysts note.

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2 w. ago Australia’s drone donation boosts Philippines’ maritime needs amid South China Sea tensions

Australia’s gift comes days after a near-collision between Philippine and Chinese coastguard vessels in the South China Sea.

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2 w. ago Beijing declared milestone on South China Sea Code of Conduct. Is it progress or a tactic?

In all likelihood, the negotiations will be kicked further down the road just as in the past, analyst says.

Politics