Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated sharply as China’s navy launched combat readiness patrols near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, a territory claimed by the Philippines.
The drills, confirmed by China’s state-run Xinhua agency, were aimed at reinforcing Beijing’s control over the contested region.
The provocative move follows multiple maritime confrontations and comes amid rising regional unease.
Meanwhile, South Korea has reported a surge in Chinese installations in the Yellow Sea, further stoking concerns about China’s expanding maritime assertiveness.
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Philippine military blames China for ships collision in disputed South China Sea
The confrontation near the Scarborough Shoal was the latest flare-up of the long-simmering territorial standoff in the contested waters of the South China Sea.
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China has issued a stark warning after the Philippines and India completed their first-ever joint naval patrol in the disputed South China Sea, reporting “shadowing” vessels and prompting Beijing’s PLA Southern Theatre Command to declare its forces on high alert. The maritime cooperative activity—as three Indian warships operated alongside Philippine frigates near Scarborough Shoal—coincided with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s state visit to New Delhi, signaling a deeper strategic bond between the two democracies.
China condemned the move, accusing Manila of “rallying external powers” and asserting that such so-called joint patrols undermine regional peace. Analysts warn India's involvement could reshape the Quad’s maritime posture and provoke tougher Chinese responses. Beijing insists disputes must be settled directly and vows to safeguard its territorial sovereignty. As $3 trillion in trade flows through these waters annually, this flashpoint could mark a significant shift in Indo-Pacific security dynamics.
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Beijing has launched a blistering attack on Washington over its actions in the South China Sea, accusing the US of being the “biggest disruptor of peace and stability” in the region. The sharp remarks come amid an escalating war of words and military maneuvers, with China warning against what it calls America’s “militarization” of the contested waters
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has launched a blistering attack on China after a Philippine vessel was targeted, warning that the Philippines cannot avoid war if tensions over Taiwan escalate. His fiery remarks come amid growing maritime confrontations in the South China Sea and rising regional fears of a broader conflict. Marcos’s statement has drawn sharp reactions from Beijing and intensified diplomatic strains. Stay tuned for breaking updates on this developing flashpoint in Asia
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Tensions have erupted in the South China Sea after a Philippine vessel was reportedly harassed, leading to a dramatic collision between a Chinese warship and a China Coast Guard vessel. The incident has intensified the already volatile maritime dispute, with both nations trading accusations. Regional security experts warn the clash could escalate into a larger confrontation, drawing in international stakeholders. Stay tuned for breaking updates on this high-seas standoff.
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