South China Sea

US ‘all in’ on Philippine chip sector as China tensions ramp up

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo also announced $1 billion in new American investment for the Philippines.

Beijing condemns Manila’s Maritime Zones Act

Chinese spokesperson says the bill “severely violates China’s territorial sovereignty in the South China Sea.”

Philippine president alarmed by Chinese attack in South China Sea

Water cannons injured four people on ship carrying supplies to Ayungin Shoal outpost.

Philippines: 4 boat crew hurt as China Coast Guard fires water cannon

Manila’s vessels were en route to deliver supplies to its military outpost in the disputed South China Sea.

Australia pledges new funds for maritime cooperation as ASEAN summit begins

The South China Sea and Myanmar crisis are likely to be high on the agenda at meetings in Melbourne.

Hanoi asks Beijing to abide by law while drawing baseline in Gulf of Tonkin

Analysts say China’s newly announced baseline is not in line with U.N. Law of the Sea.

Australia pledges new funds for maritime cooperation as ASEAN summit begins

The South China Sea and Myanmar crisis are likely to be high on the agenda at meetings in Melbourne.