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Philippine supply boat sails during a resupply mission for Filipino troops stationed at a grounded warship in the South China Sea
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Philippines claims China is pressuring it to give up its territorial claims in the South China Sea

China is intensifying its efforts to pressure the Philippines into relinquishing its sovereign rights in the South China Sea, stated Manila’s Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro on Tuesday following discussions with his Australian counterpart in Canberra. This meeting marks the fifth since August 2023 and underscores the strengthening security collaboration between the two nations, both of which have expressed concerns regarding Chinese activities in regions of … Continue reading Philippines claims China is pressuring it to give up its territorial claims in the South China Sea

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DEFENCE

China claims it has recovered underwater “lighthouses” and surveillance devices on the ocean’s surface

China‘s Ministry of State Security announced on Tuesday that it has recovered surveillance devices located both on the ocean’s surface and beneath the waves, including underwater “lighthouses” designed to assist in the navigation of foreign submarines. The ministry reported that it had discovered devices concealed on the seabed that were transmitting data capable of “pre-setting the field for battle,” as stated in an article on … Continue reading China claims it has recovered underwater “lighthouses” and surveillance devices on the ocean’s surface

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Royal Malaysian Navy littoral mission ship KD Rencong, from the HQ Eastern Fleet at Teluk Sepanggar naval base that oversees the waters off Sabah and Sarawak, taking part in a maritime exercise on security in the South China Sea.
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Malaysia is establishing a new naval base in Sarawak, how this will impact ties with China?

In recent weeks, there has been a resurgence of interest in establishing a new naval base in a quiet town in Sarawak after a decade of inactivity. This development aligns with Malaysia‘s potential shift towards a more assertive posture in response to Chinese influence in resource-rich regions near Borneo. However, experts suggest that while Malaysia plans to construct its latest naval facility in Bintulu, which … Continue reading Malaysia is establishing a new naval base in Sarawak, how this will impact ties with China?

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Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in South China Sea

The Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in certain areas of the South China Sea from Monday to Tuesday, as reported by state media. This activity follows a series of uncommon military drills and exercises that took place over the weekend. According to reports, the Southern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) engaged in these patrols to enhance combat readiness and … Continue reading Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in South China Sea

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US and Asia-Pacific nations hold joint naval drills in the South China Sea

Five nations’ armed forces engaged in joint maritime exercises in a section of the South China Sea on Saturday, coinciding with China‘s own military activities in the contested waters. The drills, which included participants from the Philippines, the United States, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand—marking New Zealand’s inaugural involvement—were conducted within Manila’s exclusive economic zone and aimed to enhance military interoperability, according to a statement … Continue reading US and Asia-Pacific nations hold joint naval drills in the South China Sea

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China’s military exercises in South China Sea after negotiations with US

Chinese air and naval forces are currently engaged in exercises in a contested region of the South China Sea, as reported by the military on Saturday. This announcement follows discussions between the country’s leading diplomat and his U.S. counterpart aimed at alleviating regional tensions. This development coincides with Australia and the Philippines announcing a joint maritime operation involving Japan, New Zealand, and the United States … Continue reading China’s military exercises in South China Sea after negotiations with US

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Philippine Coast Guard will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in South China Sea

The Philippine Coast Guard announced on Monday that it will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea, following the return of a Philippine ship after a five-month mission in the area. “We will ensure our presence in these waters,” stated PCG Spokesperson Jay Tarriela during a press briefing. The vessel, Teresa Magbanua, was sent to Sabina … Continue reading Philippine Coast Guard will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in South China Sea

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