Japan FM airs concern over rising SCS tension
MANILA, Philippines — Japan is gravely concerned over rising tensions in the South China Sea and is determined to further enhance its partnership with the Philippines.
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Carlson on SCS aggression: We won’t let them prevail
MANILA, Philippines — The United States will not allow China to prevail with its illegal, coercive, aggressive and deceptive acts and give in to Beijing’s muscle flexing in the South China Sea, US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said yesterday.
Philippines confronts China over coast guard patrols near Zambales
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines used its latest maritime talks with China to directly condemn the rotating fleet of Chinese Coast Guard vessels patrolling unusually close to Zambales since early January.
PH seeks to elevate relations with India
THE Philippines is eyeing to elevate its bilateral relations with India amid current geopolitical conditions, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said.
PH, Japan agree to boost security cooperation
JAPAN and the Philippines vowed Wednesday to strengthen security cooperation to counter China's actions in key sea trade routes amid speculation incoming US President Donald Trump could scale back security commitments in Asia.
Marcos hopeful strong alliance with US will continue
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos is hopeful that Manila and Washington will maintain its "strong and dynamic" relationship with the upcoming US administration, a Palace statement said Wednesday, less than a week before Donald Trump assumes office.
Philippines plans more joint naval patrols with other countries
MANILA, Philippines — More – and bigger – joint naval patrols with allied nations are being readied for this year, the Philippine Navy announced yesterday.
