Taiwan Leader Warns Countries in Region ‘Next’ in Case of China Attack
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te warned that countries in the region would be China's next targets should Beijing seize the democratic island, as he insisted on the need for Taiwan to dramatically shore up its defenses.
China, Japan in Fresh Incident Around Disputed Islands
Japanese and Chinese vessels engaged in a fresh standoff around disputed islands on Tuesday, the two countries' coast guards said.
US Stations MQ-9A Reaper Drone in Philippines to Aid in Maritime Patrols
The US Marine Corps has deployed an MQ-9A Reaper to the Philippines to help the country monitor rising Chinese activity in the West Philippine Sea.
US to Upgrade Philippine Naval Base Near South China Sea
The US Department of Defense has contracted a US firm to upgrade the Philippine Navy’s main base near the South China Sea.
US Eyes Opening Military Storage Hub in the Philippines’ Subic Bay by 2026
The US Navy is planning to establish a military storage facility near its former base in the Philippines’ Subic Bay, which faces disputed areas in the South China Sea.
China Says Newest Aircraft Carrier Sailed Through Taiwan Strait
China said on Friday that its third and newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, recently sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait to carry out "scientific research trials and training missions" in the South China Sea.
Philippines Launches New Military Base Near Taiwan
The Armed Forces of the Philippines has inaugurated a new installation in the Luzon Strait, a 200-mile-wide body of water separating Taiwan and the Philippines.
Chinese Vessels Collide While Pursuing Philippine Boat in South China Sea
A Chinese navy vessel collided with one from its own coast guard while chasing a Philippine patrol boat in the South China Sea, Manila said.
US to Build Philippine Boat Repair Facilities Near Contested South China Sea
The US Navy plans to build two repair facilities for smaller vessels operating in the western Philippines, the US embassy said.
Philippines Says China Coast Guard Fired Water Cannon, ‘Sideswiped’ Govt Vessel
The Philippines fisheries bureau accused the China Coast Guard of firing water cannon and sideswiping a Filipino government vessel while it collected sand for a research project.
Philippines, US Coast Guards Join Military Drills in South China Sea
The Philippine and US coast guards participated for the first time in joint military drills, Manila's armed forces said Wednesday, joining broader exercises held by the two allies in the South China Sea.
Philippines Slams ‘High-Risk’ Chinese Naval Actions Near Contested Reef
The Philippines criticized on Thursday a "high-risk" maneuver by a Chinese vessel near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in a rare incident involving warships from the two navies.
New Chinese Tech Lets Drones Detect Submarines
Chinese scientists claim to have developed a drone-mounted submarine detection system designed for the ocean's "blind zones."
Philippines Denies ‘Irresponsible’ Chinese Report on Disputed Reef
The Philippines on Monday slammed an "irresponsible" Chinese state media report claiming a disputed reef in the South China Sea was under Beijing's control, saying the status quo was unchanged.
Philippines, US Test Air Defenses as China Seizes Reef
Missiles fired off the coast of the northern Philippines as US and Filipino forces conducted their first integrated defense drills, hours after China said it had seized control of a reef claimed by Manila.
‘Shared Adversity’ as Philippines, US Launch Joint Military Drills
The Philippine and US militaries kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a "full-scale battle scenario," as the two allies seek to deter Beijing's ambitions in the disputed South China Sea.
Captured Underwater Drone Sent Messages to China: Philippine Military
Five underwater drones found by Philippine fishermen were capable of gathering information that could aid in "underwater warfare," the country's military said Tuesday, noting at least one had relayed a signal to China.
Taiwan’s Annual War Games to Simulate 2027 China Attack
Taiwanese troops will simulate possible scenarios for a Chinese invasion in 2027 during the island's annual war games, the defense ministry said Wednesday, as Beijing maintains military pressure on Taipei.
Taiwan Says Detects 59 Chinese Aircraft Around Island
Taiwan detected 59 Chinese aircraft around the self-ruled island, the defense ministry said Tuesday, the highest tally since a record in October and days after Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te called China a "foreign hostile force".
Indonesia and Vietnam Agree to Upgrade Strategic Ties
Indonesia and Vietnam agreed to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership as the Southeast Asian allies' leaders met in Jakarta.
PH Navy Reports Drop in China’s Coercive Military Actions During Joint Drills
China’s coercive military actions in the West Philippine Sea have consistently decreased as Manila conducts joint maritime drills with allied nations.
China’s New Submarine Could Target Typhon Missiles in Philippines: Report
China’s latest attack submarine is being prepared to neutralize America’s medium-range missile defense systems deployed in the Indo-Pacific.
Japan, Philippines Deepening Ties in ‘Severe’ Security Environment
An "increasingly severe" security environment has made deepening security ties with the Philippines a necessity, Japan's defense chief said Monday after a meeting with his counterpart in Manila.
Australia Monitors ‘Unusual’ Presence of Chinese Warships
Australia was Thursday monitoring the "unusual" presence of three Chinese warships sailing off its eastern coast, the defense minister said.
