Philippines, US launch yearly large-scale military exercises
The “Balikatan” drills will take place for the first time in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea.
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The “Balikatan” drills will take place for the first time in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea.
Gilberto Teodoro outlines a new concept for defending the Philippines’ jurisdiction in South China Sea.
The Philippines does not recognize China’s annual ban on fishing in some parts of the disputed West Philippine Sea, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Friday.
They repeatedly have ignored radio messages asking them to leave waters around Pag-asa (Thitu) island, coast guard says.
This comes as the U.S. Navy’s top officer says it is committed to launching joint sea patrols with the Philippines.