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.

Taiwan: the ‘most sensitive’ issue, linchpin to US-China relations

The issue will also be watched closely by key U.S. allies, Japan and South Korea.

White House official urges Senate to ratify Law of the Sea

The treaty is key to US opposition to Beijing's vast South China Sea claims, but Washington is not a party to it.

Taiwan: the ‘most sensitive’ issue, linchpin to US-China relations

The issue will also be watched closely by key U.S. allies, Japan and South Korea.