Maritime expert flags China propaganda tack
Beijing has been proactively publicizing Manila’s supposed “intrusions” in the Scarborough Shoal and Second Thomas Shoal, both within the Philippines’ 370-km exclusive…
Beijing has been proactively publicizing Manila’s supposed “intrusions” in the Scarborough Shoal and Second Thomas Shoal, both within the Philippines’ 370-km exclusive…
The mission of the Peace Ark draws similarities with ancient Chinese explorer's voyages.
The plan has boosted S. Korea's relations with US, Japan while resetting China ties, he notes.
The Philippines and China lay claim to the shoal, but sovereignty has never been established, and it remains effectively under Beijing’s control.
Warships from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) taking part in the exercise include the two Formidable-class frigates RSS Stalwart and RSS Tenacious.
PM Anwar also said that China Premier Li voiced his support for the Asean Centrality concept to tackle the issue of international security in the region and supported a free Asean…
The Philippines is engaging with the US, and it has also formed alliances with Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the Asean countries to ensure its supreme rights and jurisdiction…
Officials said a number of issues were to be discussed - including the GE jet engine deal and the procurement of predator drones.
China has taken bolder steps in asserting its claim in the West Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, actions which both Japan and the US have denounced.
Sources said exercises were held outside the country’s territorial sea and within the contiguous zone, where a state can enforce its laws on some specific matters.