Australia and Asean call for restraint in South China Sea, ceasefire in Gaza
Wednesday, 6 March 2024 Australia and Asean call for restraint in the South China Sea and a ceasefire in Gaza. Philippines protests against Chinese naval forces. Concerns over conflict and humanitarian crisis persist. Malaysian PM warns of growing "China-phobia" in the West.
Australia said on Monday (March 4) the Pacific and Southeast Asian countries are facing serious defence threats as it set aside more funds for a maritime security pact with ASEAN countries during a summit with the Southeast Asian bloc.
On Tuesday, the Philippines lodged accusations against China's coast guard, alleging harassment and damage to one of its boats within a disputed section of the South China Sea. The Philippines rejected..
Beijing warns the Philippines to stop "provocative actions" after Manila said the China Coast Guard used water cannon on two of its vessels in the South China Sea, causing damage to one of..
The Philippines said the China Coast Guard fired water cannon Tuesday at two of its vessels, causing damage to one of them, during a patrol near a reef off the Southeast Asian country.
The incident..
Wednesday, 6 March 2024
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