China says Philippine vessel 'deliberately collided' with Chinese vessel in the South China Sea
China said the same Philippine vessel entered waters near Second Thomas Shoal after being prevented from entering Sabina Shoal waters.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of 'barbaric' blocking of medical evacuation
The Philippine coast guard accused its Chinese counterpart of blocking efforts to evacuate a sick armed forces member in South China Sea.
Fri Jun 07 2024
EXPLAINER - South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up?
Encounters between the Philippines and China in Asia's most contested waters have grown tenser and more frequent over the past year.
Thu Apr 11 2024
Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef
The Chinese coastguard said it had temporarily allowed Philippines to provide food and water to soldiers stationed at BRP Sierra Madre.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Why China, the Philippines keep fighting over tiny shoal
China's repeated attempts to blockade Second Thomas Shoal, has made the submerged reef a flashpoint for conflict between Manila and Beijing.
Sat Dec 16 2023
Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over South China Sea 'harassment'
Manila asked China to direct its vessels to cease and desist from what it said were illegal actions and dangerous manoeuvres.
Tue Dec 12 2023
China's military: US combat ship 'illegally' entered territorial waters
The spokesperson said the US deliberately disrupted the South China Sea and seriously violated China's sovereignty.
Mon Dec 04 2023
Philippines denounces China for 'unprovoked acts of coercion' to block resupply mission
The regular resupply missions support Philippines' troops stationed in an intentionally grounded dilapidated warship on Second Thomas Shoal.
Fri Nov 10 2023
China coast guard urges Philippines to stop infringing on sovereignty
Several Philippine resupply vessels entered into waters near the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.
Fri Nov 10 2023
Philippines eyes multilateral effort to avert South China Sea clashes
The Philippines will boost multilateral activities including freedom of navigation patrols in the South China Sea, its defence minister said on Wednesday.
Wed Oct 25 2023
China asks Philippines to jointly work on defusing South China Sea tensions
Wang Yi urged the Philippines to work with China to seek an effective way to defuse tensions in the South China Sea.
Sat Aug 12 2023
China, Philippines' dispute over grounded warship heats up
China again asked the Philippines to tow away a grounded warship - a World War Two-era vessel now used as a military outpost.
Wed Aug 09 2023
China repeats call for Philippines to remove grounded warship
China urges the Philippine side to immediately remove the warship from Second Thomas Shoal and restore it to its unoccupied state.
Tue Aug 08 2023
Philippines tells China it will not abandon post in disputed reef
Jonathan Malaya said China's increased presence at the Second Thomas Shoal will not deter the Philippines' resolve to protect its position.
Mon Aug 07 2023
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza
Here are some remarks that US President Donald Trump made and questions that he answered during a press conference.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations
Under the Racial Harmony Bill, race-based groups must disclose foreign and anonymous donations, affiliations, and leadership.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Malaysia, Uzbekistan agree to elevate ties to strategic partnership
Malaysia and Uzbekistan noted active cooperation on key issues within international bodies, especially the UN and OIC.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Musk's dad says he arranged son's call with South African leader
Trump's post claiming South Africa is "confiscating land" and mistreating "certain classes" triggers sudden flurry of backdoor diplomacy.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Israel PM Netanyahu says peace with Saudi Arabia is achievable
I think peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia is not only feasible, I think it's going to happen, says Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump says UN has to 'get its act together,' UN pushes back
US President Donald Trump criticises the United Nations as "not being well run".
Wed Feb 05 2025
Police use latest tech to assist in renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's case
Police says the technology could produce a clearer picture of the location where Teoh Beng Hock was found dead 15 years ago digitally.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Family of American killed on Malaysian Airlines flight can sue Russian bank, US court rules
The flight was shot down over DPR-controlled territory in eastern Ukraine by a surface-to-air missile, killing all 298 people on board.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FLOODCOM: M'sia's first floating flood disaster command centre using nuclear technology
The floating flood disaster command centre incorporates nuclear technology to accelerate emergency response and coordination during floods.
Wed Feb 05 2025