Philippines, South China Sea
The Philippines Finds Itself Trapped Between Surging Trump And Rising China Tensions
After Joe Biden’s dismal showing at a recent U.S. presidential debate, Filipinos are bracing for another round of "America First."
Exclusive: Philippines turned down US help amid South China Sea tensions - military chief
The Philippines has turned down offers from the United States to assist operations in the South China Sea, after a flare-up with China over missions to resupply Filipino troops on a contested shoal, its military chief said.
Eyeing China, the Philippines wants to buy its first attack submarine
The Philippines is making a shift to counter China's rising might, but the hefty cost of buying a submarine could be better spent.
Philippines Seeks to Acquire First Attack Submarine Amid Rising Tensions with China
Amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines has announced plans to purchase its first attack submarine. This move is seen as a shift in the country’s defence strategy, transitioning from internal counterinsurgency to external defence in response to China’s growing military presence in the region.
Philippines president orders de-escalation in South China Sea, military chief says
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has instructed the armed forces to de-escalate tensions in the South China Sea, Manila's military chief said on Thursday, in line with recent consultations held between Chinese and Filipino officials.
South China Sea: Philippines to buy more ‘faster, lethal’ fighter jets as Beijing tensions persist
Manila considering US F-16 and Sweden’s JAS-39 for the air force that could help the country project power beyond its territorial waters.
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Philippines and Japan to sign defense agreement, says Manila
MANILA -- The Philippines and Japan will sign their troop access defense pact on Monday, the Philippine presidential office ...
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Hisense Philippines to open around 500 stores this year
The local unit of the China-based multinational appliance and electronics manufacturer Hisense Group is planning to open ...
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Philippines and Japan to Sign Landmark Defense Agreement
The Philippines and Japan are set to sign a defense agreement on Monday that permits their military forces to visit each ...
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Philippines, Thailand agree to increase naval engagements
The Philippines and Thailand have agreed to increase navy-to-navy engagements through established dialogue mechanisms.
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Japan, Philippines Set to Sign Key Military Pact
Japan and the Philippines are set to sign on Monday an agreement that would facilitate mutual military visits, as the US allies tighten their defense ties amid tensions with China. Philippine ...
China and the Philippines hold crucial talks to ease tensions after intense clash in disputed waters
China and the Philippines have held a crucial meeting to try to ease mounting tensions following their worst confrontation in ...
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Japan-Philippines access agreement signed today
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Japan are expected to sign today the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA), a ...
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'Ultimately, US will abandon the Philippines as a broken tool'
Recent tensions in the South China Sea, driven by Philippine provocation and US instigation, between China and the ...