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Philippines to lead efforts for South China Sea Code of Conduct in 2026, says Marcos

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines would push for the conclusion of a binding Code of Conduct (COC) in the ...

China This Week | Putin dials Xi, China frowns at India-Philippines drills, but welcomes PM Modi for visit

Every Friday, we recap highlights of the news from China. This week saw China comment on India’s ties with the Philippines, ...

US Ally Throws Down Gauntlet at China

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. doubled down in his country's long-running maritime dispute with China on Thursday, vowing not to "cede one square inch" of territory claimed by Beijing.
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China urges Philippines to stop stirring up troubles in South China Sea

China has urged the Philippines to stop banding together with others for selfish interests and stirring up troubles in the ...

Philippines condemns China’s rocket launch after suspected debris sparked alarm

A top Philippine security official has condemned China’s latest launching of a rocket into space that caused suspected debris ...

China Clashes With US Ally Over Rocket Launch

A Philippine senior official said China's rocket launch caused alarm and concern in the country over "loud explosions." ...

Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea

The Philippine and Indian navies have sailed together for the first time in the South China Sea, officials said on Monday, as ...

India and the Philippines stage joint naval drill in the disputed South China Sea

India and the Philippines have staged joint naval exercises in the disputed South China Sea for the first time, antagonizing ...

‘Philippines can’t stay out if Taiwan conflict breaks out’: Marcos Jr backs stronger defence ties with India

Philippines President Marcos Jr says Manila can’t stay out of a Taiwan conflict and stresses need for coalitions to counter ...