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AMID tension in bilateral ties over the South China Sea issue, China has asked the Philippines anew to stop provocations and return instead to dialogue and...

Philippine Canadian Inquirer Ex-Wescom chief denies negotiating for 'new model' pact with China News

THE EXPLOSION of news during the week drove the media into a frenzy of coverage News reports fixed public attention on the sudden resignation of Sena

Such is the paradox that while China makes bilateral ties harder to maintain, it becomes more important for the Philippines to make sure that lines remain open

We trace deals and agreements on the West Philippine Sea, beginning 2012

Former Armed Forces of the Philippines' Western Command (AFP WESCOM) commander Vice Admiral Alberto Carlos on Wednesday confirmed receiving a phone call from a Chinese military attaché but clarified that he did not enter into any deal that could compromise the Philippines' national interest.

Wiretapping would violate Philippine laws, with a senator proposing the Chinese diplomat be expelled. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Carlos did not allow recording

Manila (AFP) May 18, 2024 - The Philippine military said Saturday it has replaced a key commander overseeing forces in the South China Sea, including Filipino troops garrisoned on a disputed reef.

The Philippine military said Saturday it has replaced a key commander overseeing forces in the West Philippine Sea, including Filipino troops garrisoned on a disputed reef.