The Philippine military responded to the landing of Chinese forces on Sandy Cay reef by carrying out a similar operation, reports the Philippine News Agency. On April 27, the National Operational ...

Beijing claims almost the entire South China Sea, including parts claimed by the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan and Vietnam. Portions of the waterway, where more than £2trillion worth of ...

China ’s coastguard has seized control of a disputed reef near a key Philippine military base in the South China Sea, according to state media reports, a move that adds to rising tensions between ...

Filipino soldiers involved in a clash last week with Chinese coast guard have been awarded medals. Their vessels came under attack last week while delivering supplies in the disputed South China Sea.

Filipino soldiers defended themselves against an attack by Chinese coast guard, a general said. One soldier reportedly lost a thumb while others were injured and boats were damaged. Beijing denied ...

China ’s coastguard has seized control of a disputed reef near a key Philippine military base in the South China Sea, according to state media reports, a move that adds to rising tensions ...