Chinese, Philippine Coast Guard Vessels Collide in the South China Sea The incident occured near Sabina Shoal in the Spratly Islands
US Announces $500 Million in New Military Aid for Philippines Amid China Tensions The $500 million is coming from the $95 billion foreign military aid bill President Biden signed into law in April
US Says It’s Looking To Bolster Philippines Ability To Operate in South China Sea The comments come after China and the Philippines agreed on a deal to reduce tensions in the waters, although they're disputing the details
Philippines Says It Reached Deal With China To Avoid Clashes at Disputed Shoal Chinese and Philippine vessels have had frequent encounters at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, and the US has strongly backed Manila
Japan, Philippines Sign New Military Pact Aimed at China The US is encouraging regional allies to boost military ties as part of its buildup against China
Philippines Says US Will Pull Out Controversial Mid-Range Missile System The US deployed the Typhon missile system for annual military drills
US Marines Deploy MQ-9 Reaper Drones to the Philippines US Reaper drones have supported the Philippines in the South China Sea
US, Philippines Working on Intelligence Sharing Deal Amid China Tensions The US and the Philippines are currently conducting their major Balikatan exercises, which include drills in the South China Sea
Bipartisan Bill Would Give the Philippines $2.5 Billion in Military Aid The legislation would give Manila $500 million per year through 2029
US, Philippines, Japan, and Australia Conduct First Joint Military Exercise in South China Sea China launched patrols in the South China Sea in response
