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What behind the tensions between China and the Philippines in South China Sea?

A territorial dispute between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea has escalated into violence, with both nations accusing each other of deliberate boat rammings. The Philippines has specifically accused Chinese coastguard personnel of deploying water cannons against its forces and engaging in physical altercations involving spears and knives. In August alone, there were six reported confrontations in the air and at sea … Continue reading What behind the tensions between China and the Philippines in South China Sea?

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DEFENCE

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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DISPUTES

Philippines reported that a Chinese navy helicopter monitored its aircraft while on patrol

On Wednesday, the Philippines reported that a Chinese navy helicopter shadowed and approached one of its fisheries bureau aircraft during a patrol near the contested Scarborough Shoal, marking another confrontation between the two nations embroiled in a longstanding territorial dispute. The Philippine National Security Council (NSC) indicated that the incident occurred on Monday, but the aircraft successfully completed its mission. The Chinese embassy in Manila … Continue reading Philippines reported that a Chinese navy helicopter monitored its aircraft while on patrol

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