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In this handout photo released by Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippines BRP Jose Rizal, right, and USS Gabrielle Giffords during a tactical exercise between Philippines and the United States in the West Philippine Sea on Thursday Nov. 23, 2023.

US Navy ship ‘intruded’ in South China Sea waters, China says

The U.S. Navy said the ship “was conducting routine operations in international waters ... consistent with international law.”

6 days ago

Chinese coast guard and suspected Chinese militia ship block the Philippine coast guard ship BRP Cabra as they approach Second Thomas Shoal, locally known as Ayungin Shoal, during a resupply mission at the disputed South China Sea on Friday Nov. 10, 2023.

Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels in South China Sea

China has stood by its claim to virtually the entire South China Sea, clashing with its neighbors and drawing in the U.S., Manila’s treaty ally.

4 weeks ago

US Army’s multidomain task force units could bring in allies, partners

Allies and partners could become a part of the Army's multidomain task force units, and U.S. Army Pacific is evaluating that possibility with Australia.

2 months ago

Philippine supply boats breach a Chinese coast guard blockade

Two Philippine boats breached a Chinese coast guard blockade in the South China Sea to deliver food and other supplies to a contested shoal.

4 months ago

US, Japan and Australia plan joint navy drills in South China Sea

The drill will underscore their commitment to the rule of law in the region after recent Chinese aggression, Filipino security officials said.

4 months ago

Philippines protests China firing water cannon in disputed South China

Chinese coast guard ships fired a water cannon and blocked two Philippine navy-chartered civilian boats taking supplies to the Philippine forces.

4 months ago