Taiwan soft-pedals Scarborough claim as Manila ties take priority
Philippines' UN filing exposes gap between Taipei’s sovereignty claims and growing security priorities
‘Quantum entanglement’: Love song asserts China’s South China Sea claims
Experts say music video aims to humanize China’s coast guard while reflecting Beijing’s stance in the disputed sea.
China’s sanctions on Philippine defense chief put Japan ties in spotlight
Experts say Beijing is invoking Japan’s wartime past to try to delegitimize Manila's South China Sea claims.
Philippines marks 10 years since historic South China Sea court ruling
China still rejects the ruling, and opinion remains divided on how to resolve the dispute.
Taiwan steps up AI defenses as China election interference fears grow
Beijing is likely to employ AI for deepfakes, fake recordings and targeted interactions with voters, experts said.
Proposed US-led tech hub in the Philippines will secure supply chains, create jobs
The hub signals Washington’s symbolic return to the site of its largest overseas bases, analysts said.
Indonesia-China naval drill could help normalize Beijing’s presence east of Taiwan
Experts said the drill was not a threat, but repeat activity with third parties there could bolster China's claims.
Philippines bets on classrooms to strengthen South China Sea claims
Experts say education can build lasting public support, but could also narrow future diplomatic options.
China’s Pacific missile test sends message to U.S. allies, analysts say
The latest test coincided with signing of Australia-Fiji defense pact and allied military drills across the region.
U.S. still China’s main rival despite report on Japan and Philippines’ capabilities
Experts say Beijing’s scrutiny of Tokyo and Manila reflects concern of military integration in the South China Sea.
