After snuggling up to China, Duterte now talks of ‘suicide missions’ to protect island The Philippine president often lashes out at ally United States while lavishing praise on Beijing and Moscow.5 years ago
Manila protests ‘swarming’ Chinese boats near islandChinese vessels have been sighted more than 600 times near Thitu so far this year, military officials said.5 years ago
Hanoi: Chinese ship rams, sinks Vietnamese fishing boatThe incident occurred in the South China Sea’s contested Paracel Islands, a Vietnamese official said Friday.5 years ago
Philippines frets about war at sea for USDefense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said a 1951 treaty with the US needed to be re-examined to clear ambiguities that could cause chaos and confusion during a crisis5 years ago
Tough words from the secretary of State about ChinaPompeo: US to make sure China can't blockade South China Sea5 years ago
After talks with North Korea flop, Pompeo flies to Philippines to discuss ChinaUS worried over Chinese moves threatening navigation.5 years ago