US, Japan, and Philippines to Launch Joint Patrols in South China Sea The plan will be announced next month at the first-ever trilateral summit between the leaders of the US, Japan, and the Philippines
Philippine President Vows ‘Response’ to China’s Actions in South China Sea The US is strongly backing the Philippines in its maritime
China Warns Philippines Not to ‘Escalate Tensions’ in South China Sea Chinese and Philippine vessels had another encounter in the disputed waters, prompting a warning from the US
US Military to Fund Construction of New Philippines Port Near Taiwan The idea of the new port in the Batanes islands is to prepare for evacuations from Taiwan if war breaks out
Philippine, Chinese Coast Guard Vessels Collide Again in South China Sea Tensions remain high over disputed reefs, and the US has vowed to intervene if the maritime dispute turns hot
US Aircraft Carrier Conducts Joint Patrol With Philippines in South China Sea China denounced US 'muscle-flexing' in the region
China, Philippines Trade Accusation Over Collision in South China Sea The incident took place near Second Thomas Shoal
China Says US Warship ‘Illegally’ Sailed Near Disputed Reef in South China Sea The incident occurred near Second Thomas Shoal, which has been the site of frequent encounters between Philippine and Chinese vessels
US, Philippines Start Three-Day Joint Patrol in South China Sea The patrol comes amid rising tensions with China in the region
Philippines, Japan Working on Military Pact for Reciprocal Deployments The US has been encouraging its allies in the region to boost military ties as part of its strategy against China
