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Philippines, Japan military chiefs reaffirm alliance
MANILA, Philippines — The military chiefs of the Philippines and Japan have reaffirmed their commitments toward strengthening alliances amid growing Chinese aggression in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
‘Chinese envoy actively working to improve ties’
MANILA, Philippines — China’s top diplomat in the Philippines is doing his job for “better” relations with the Philippines, the Chinese embassy in Manila said yesterday.
'PH careful in dealing with Chinese vessels'
TOKYO: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday said that his administration is «exerting all efforts» to respond to the increasing presence of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
President Marcos upset but won’t seek China envoy’s recall
TOKYO — While he may be personally “upset” by what has been described as the “hostile” behavior of Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian, President Marcos said he won’t seek the recall of the envoy because the Philippines cannot afford to commit mistakes that may cause “huge trouble.”
Latest Chinese bullying not enough to trigger treaty with US: Brawner
ARMED Forces chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr said China’s harassment of Philippine vessels near the Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea last Sunday, which he personally witnessed, is not enough to trigger the Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT) with United States.
Philippines, US vow closer coordination amid worsening China acts
MANILA, Philippines — With China becoming bolder in harassing Filipinos and committing illegal activities in Philippine territorial waters, top military officials of the Philippines and the United States held a teleconference last Monday to discuss the need for them to work more closely in addressing pressing security issues in the region.
WPS task force: West Philippine Sea resupply missions successful, proof of PH resolve and determination to defend territory – Presidential Communications Office
The recent resupply mission at the Bajo de Masinloc was a success amid the attempts of Chinese naval forces to block the convoy of Philippine boats delivering the provisions, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said on Monday.