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‘Reset’ or ‘calculated stabilisation’? Why ties between China and the Philippines appear to be warming

After nearly four years of bilateral tensions, Beijing and Manila have signalled an intent to improve ties, but analysts say ...

China and Philippines taking ‘baby steps’ towards better relations: Manila’s ambassador

Jaime FlorCruz says both sides want stable ties, but closer economic relations must not be used as 'leverage' in the South ...
The Garden Island

U.S., Philippines aim to block China’s navy in key Pacific channel

BATANES, Philippines — Marilyn Hubalde still remembers the first time she heard the thunderous chop of military helicopters swooping over this northernmost outpost of the Philippines, less than 90 ...
The Diplomat

China Issues Diplomatic Protest Over Philippines’ Engagement With Taiwan

China has lodged “stern representations” to the Philippines over its recent engagement with Taiwan, according to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Liu Jinsong, director-general of the ...

China holds combat patrols in the South China Sea as US and Philippines conduct drills

China said Thursday it conducted naval and air combat readiness patrols around a disputed area in the South China Sea, after the Philippines, the United States and other allied forces began annual ...