Filipino protesters hold placards against China during a rally over the South China Sea dispute outside the Chinese Consulate in Manila. (EPA Images pic) WASHINGTON: Washington on Monday condemned what it called “dangerous and aggressive” action by China, whose personnel are accused of injuring a Filipino sailor at a shoal in the disputed South China…
Ten years after the landmark arbitration ruling, 14 states have again rejected China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea as unfounded under international law. Beijing continues to view the proceedings as an infringement of its sovereign rights. 12. July 2026 Recipients need a subscription to read 12. July 2026 Recipients need a subscription to…
In the vast, turquoise expanse of the South China Sea, hundreds of fishing boats sit idle off China’s southern coast. But the people on these vessels aren’t there to fish. “They’re there to maintain presence,” said Gregory Poling from the US Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). “Philippine surveillance shows crew members sitting around…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An Iranian-flagged cargo ship recently seized by U.S. forces had recently traveled through Chinese ports, spotlighting a supply route now under scrutiny as officials probe suspected dual-use cargo aboard the vessel. The vessel, Touska, remains in U.S. custody as American forces continue inspecting what maritime security sources…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy has confirmed that an armed Chinese corvette engaged its fire control radar against a Philippine frigate this month, marking the latest escalation between the two nations in contested areas in the South China Sea. The guided missile frigate BRP Miguel Malvar was conducting a routine sovereignty patrol near Sabina…
Iran was asked to withdraw from upcoming naval drills with China and Russia in South Africa, according to local media. South African outlet News24 reported that Iran will no longer take part in the “Will for Peace 2026” joint maritime drill involving BRICS countries alongside Russian, Chinese and Emirati warships. It comes amid mounting pressure…
China’s leaders increasingly see the path to strategic advantage running through economic power, not just military might. From shipyards to semiconductors, and robotics to unmanned systems, Beijing is mobilizing its entire economy to win what one expert calls a contest for “economic victory” that lets it rewrite rules and norms in its favor across the…
A private intelligence company has revealed a Chinese naval task group being tracked by the Australian military west of the Philippines boasts ships with formidable firepower, including a Landing Helicopter Dock ship, a destroyer, a frigate and a refuelling vessel. Defence Minister Richard Marles confirmed yesterday that the ADF was closely monitoring a Chinese flotilla…
A man from southern China who donated 140 yuan (US$20) as a child to help build an aircraft carrier has seen his dream of the country becoming a stronger nation come true. To top his wish, in November, the China State Shipbuilding Corporation invited him to visit the carrier fleet and gave him a commemorative…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! China formally brought its next-generation aircraft carrier, the Fujian, into active service Wednesday — a milestone in its drive to transform the People’s Liberation Army Navy into a force capable of projecting power far beyond Asia’s shores. The Fujian is China’s third aircraft carrier, compared with the…