China Rejects Japan-Philippines Maritime Border Negotiations, Calls Talks “Illegal and Invalid”

China has voiced strong opposition to the recent decision by Japan and the Philippines to begin formal maritime boundary negotiations, describing the planned discussions as “illegal and invalid” while reaffirming … Read More

Philippines’ Marcos says ASEAN shows unity and readiness amid Middle East tensions

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has highlighted that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is demonstrating strong unity and the ability to respond collectively as global uncertainty continues to … Read More

West Asia tensions, Myanmar unrest and South China Sea disputes dominate Asean summit in the Philippines

Leaders from Southeast Asia are gathering in the central Philippines this week for a crucial Asean summit as rising geopolitical tensions across West Asia, Myanmar and the South China Sea … Read More

India and the Philippines Conduct First-Ever Joint Patrols in the South China Sea Amid Growing Maritime Tensions

As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. headed to New Delhi for a high-level visit, something historic was quietly unfolding at sea. For the first time, Indian Navy warships have joined their … Read More