South China Sea

US ship conducts navigation operation near Second Thomas Shoal

China says U.S. warship “trespassed” into waters near one of the most hotly contested reefs in the South China Sea.

Manila authorizes Christmas convoy to cheer up troops in South China Sea

The planned trip of 40 civilian boats comes amid rising territorial tensions between the Philippines and China.

In show of force, US and Japan hold naval drills in Philippine Sea

Three carriers ply waters near where China has been engaged in a rising number of provocations.

US, Philippines launch joint sea and air patrols

Announcement comes after President Marcos visits U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.

Philippines seeking bilateral deals to avoid South China Sea conflict: Marcos

Slow progress on a long-sought regional code of conduct with China has forced Manila to approach Vietnam and Malaysia for separate deals.

Philippines, China accuse each other of ship ramming

Sunday saw an apparent escalation between China and the Philippines over Manila’s resupply mission to the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.

Philippines seeking bilateral deals to avoid South China Sea conflict: Marcos

Slow progress on a long-sought regional code of conduct with China has forced Manila to approach Vietnam and Malaysia for separate deals.