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DISPUTES

Philippines doubts China’s commitment to negotiating a code of conduct in South China Sea

The Philippines remains skeptical about China‘s commitment to negotiating a regional code of conduct in the South China Sea, despite Manila’s eagerness to continue discussions, according to Defence Minister Gilberto Teodoro on Monday. Teodoro noted that while President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has endorsed “good-faith discussions” with China regarding the long-awaited code, he harbors doubts about Beijing’s genuine intentions. “At this moment, to be frank, I … Continue reading Philippines doubts China’s commitment to negotiating a code of conduct in South China Sea

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DEFENCE

South Korea and Philippines upgraded their relationship to a strategic partnership

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reached an agreement on Monday to enhance defense collaboration as their nations upgraded their relationship to a strategic partnership in response to increasing security challenges in the region. During discussions at the Philippine presidential palace, the leaders addressed various issues, including the ongoing tensions in the South China Sea and the Korean peninsula. … Continue reading South Korea and Philippines upgraded their relationship to a strategic partnership

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