South China Sea, Beijing

Beijing Says History Supports Sweeping Claims in South China Sea
China has claimed sovereignty over most of the South China Sea, claims that overlap with those of neighboring nations, including the Philippines, a defense treaty ally of the United States. Maritime forces of Beijing and Manila have frequently faced off and even clashed.
Beijing, Philippines spar over South China Sea claims during Munich conference
While Russia's war against Ukraine and a wavering transatlantic alliance drew the world's attention at this year's Munich Security Conference, sparks also flew over claims in the Sea as debate involving participants representing Beijing and Manila dug into their positions in the region.
China to build deepwater station in South China Sea
China has approved the construction of a deep-sea research facility in the South China Sea to support marine exploration. The station is claimed to be one of the deepest and most technologically advanced underwater installations globally,
South China Sea tensions explode as Beijing jet drops flares 'close' to NATO partner
Australia has accused China ’s military of “unsafe and unprofessional” conduct following an incident over the contested South China Sea. The Australian government said a Chinese J-16 fighter released flares close to one of its maritime patrol aircraft, posing a risk to the plane and its crew.
Is Squad the new ‘monster’ Philippines is turning to in South China Sea?
According to Philippine media reports, the US, the Philippines, Australia, and Japan held a joint maritime exercise in the South China Sea on Wednesday. At the same time, Philippine media did not hesitate to hype the so-called Chinese "monster ship.
Rubio, Philippines’ Manalo Discuss South China Sea Coordination
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Philippine counterpart, Enrique Manalo, discussed “coordination on addressing China’s destabilizing actions in the South China Sea” and increased economic cooperation in a meeting in Munich on Friday,
Philippines strengthens defence partnerships amid South China Sea tensions
The Philippines is stepping up efforts to strengthen its defence partnerships as tensions with China persist in the South China Sea. Manila is working to finalise defence agreements with Canada and New Zealand while also looking to expand joint military drills with the United States,
China to build deep-sea research station in contested South China Sea by 2030, triggers debate on marine dominance
China is advancing its deep-sea ambitions with plans for a research station 2,000 meters beneath the South China Sea, a ...
The Independent on MSN10d
Canada and Philippines are in final negotiations for joint exercises in the South China Sea
Canada has been reinforcing its military presence i n the Indo-Pacific region and has committed to help promote ...
US allies say China's fighter jets are using dangerous tactics to warn off aircraft — like popping flares and chaff
Australia accused a Chinese fighter jet of popping its flares close to one of its military aircraft above the South China Sea ...
National Interest on MSN3d
China’s Artificial Islands Are Teeming With Fighter Jets
China is stationing J-16 fighters in the South China Sea in an obvious attempt to assert greater control over the area.
Why China’s loss could be South Korea’s gain as Southeast Asia seeks new weapons suppliers
South China Sea disputes, affordability and political trust help Seoul gain foothold in Southeast Asian arms market, analysts ...
Chinese Warships Approach Australian Coast After South China Sea Encounter
China, which has the largest fleet of warships in the world by hull count, is expanding its naval reach and presence far away from its shores. Last October, a Chinese flotilla visited Vanuatu, an ...
Philippines increases defense efforts amid ongoing tension with China
Analysts say Manila’s efforts to conclude defense treaties with allies can strengthen its ability to deter China in the ...
Philippines and China trade accusations over Chinese navy flight actions
The Philippine coast guard accused the Chinese navy of performing dangerous flight manoeuvres on Tuesday when it flew close to a government aircraft patrolling a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, ...