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Why Would The US Defend The Philippines?

Relations between the United States and the Philippines have been in overdrive since President Ferdinand Marcos took power in June 2022, fuelled by China's growing assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan 'ironclad' amid China tensions

President Joe Biden said Thursday that US defence commitment to Pacific allies was “ironclad” as he gathered Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House in the midst of growing concern about provocative Chinese military action in the Indo-Pacific.

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Biden pledges to defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea

US president describes defence commitment to the Philippines and Japan as ‘ironclad’ as Beijing accuses Manila of violating Chinese sovereignty

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US, Japan, Philippines To Address China Tensions In Summit

President Biden to address Chinese aggression in the South China Sea with Japanese and Filipino leaders. White House expresses concern over China's activit...

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Biden To Address South China Sea Concerns In Summit

President Biden to address concerns over China's actions in South China Sea at upcoming summit with Japan and Philippines, focusing on regional security ch...

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On a remote island, a test of wills between the Philippines and China

About 250 Filipinos live on Thitu Island, the largest and most inhabited island of the Spratlys, in the South China Sea. But Chinese ships are never far away.

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Summit with US, Japan aimed at economy, South China Sea cooperation: Marcos

Philippine president departs for US for first trilateral meeting seen as countering China’s geopolitical influence.

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US Plans Joint South China Sea Patrols With Allies

US plans to increase joint patrols in the South China Sea to counter China's assertive claims and uphold freedom of navigation and international law.

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US Indo-Pacific Command Concerned About China's Aggression In South China Sea

U.S. expresses concerns over China's aggressive actions near Philippine-occupied Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, leading to joint exercises by ...

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Philippine Protesters Condemn China's Maritime Aggression

Protesters in the Philippines express discontent with China's actions in the South China Sea, highlighting ongoing tensions and calls for peaceful resolution.

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First US-Japan-Philippines Summit To Boost Defence Ties

The leaders of Japan and the Philippines head to Washington this week for a first trilateral summit aimed at boosting defence ties, hot on the heels of four-way military drills in the South China Sea that riled Beijing.

International Business Times

China Conducts 'Combat Patrols' As US Holds Drills With Allies In Disputed Waters

The maritime activities took place days before US President Joe Biden was due to hold the first trilateral summit with the leaders of the Philippines and Japan, with growing tensions over the hotly contested South China Sea on the agenda.

Latin Times

Australia Lawmaker Discusses Security Cooperation With Taiwan

A senior lawmaker from Australia recently visited Taiwan and discussed the potential for security cooperation between the two countries. The visit comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region, with China's increasing assertiveness in the South China Sea and its ongoing efforts to isolate Taiwan diplomatically.

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China Conducts 'Combat Patrols' As US Holds Drills With Allies In Disputed Waters

China conducted "combat patrols" Sunday in the South China Sea, its army said, the same day the Philippines, the United States, Japan and Australia held their first joint drills in the disputed waters.

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China Conducts Air And Sea Patrols Amid South China Sea Tensions

China conducts patrols in the South China Sea in response to planned U.S.-led exercises, amid escalating tensions and territorial disputes.

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China holds ‘combat patrol’ in South China Sea amid US-led war games

Beijing’s naval and air patrols in the disputed waterway take place as several US allies conduct first joint drills.

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US, Japan, Australia, Philippines Hold Joint Naval Exercises

Learn about the joint naval exercises planned by US, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines in the South China Sea to counter Beijing's assertive actions.

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Philippines flags ‘harassment’ by Chinese vessels ahead of Japan, US drills

Recent clashes between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea have raised concerns of a maritime escalation.

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US, Japan, Australia, Philippines Plan South China Sea Exercises

Four countries plan joint military exercises in the South China Sea amid tensions over territorial disputes and China's influence. The drills aim to enhanc...

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Philippines Raises Concerns Over China's Aggressive Actions To US

The Philippines expresses concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea during discussions with the U.S., emphasizing the need for peaceful resoluti...

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Philippines Enhances Diplomacy And Defense In South China Sea

The Philippines is enhancing diplomacy and defense capabilities in response to escalating tensions in the South China Sea, emphasizing stability and sovere...

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Philippines Stands Firm Against China In Dispute

The Philippines asserts sovereignty in South China Sea dispute, resisting China's actions and seeking alliances for resolution.

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Philippines Claps Back At China In South China Sea

The Philippines asserts its stance against China's actions in the South China Sea, leading to escalating tensions over a naval vessel repair at Second Thom...

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Philippines To Enforce Countermeasures Against Chinese Aggression

Philippine president announces countermeasures against Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, escalating tensions in the region.

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Marcos Says Philippines Will Not Be 'Cowed Into Silence' By China

President Ferdinand Marcos said Thursday the Philippines will not be "cowed into silence" by Beijing after confrontations in the South China Sea that injured Filipino troops and damaged vessels.

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