The Coast Guard: How to Compete in the South China Sea
The South China Sea is the linchpin of modern Indo-Pacific relations. As the United States and China remain locked in a Great Power Competition, regional autonomy in the South China Sea has become a s
Australian P-8A encounters Chinese J-16 in South China Sea
P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft encountered a People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) J-16 fighter jet over the South China Sea (SCS) on 11 February 2025. The Australian government issued a statement two days later describing the interaction as “unsafe and unprofessional” on China’s part.
Is Squad the new ‘monster’ Philippines is turning to in South China Sea?
According to Philippine media reports, the US, the Philippines, Australia, and Japan held a joint maritime exercise in the South China Sea on Wednesday. At the same time, Philippine media did not hesitate to hype the so-called Chinese "monster ship.
China Expands South China Sea Presence
The latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory from Dryad Global states that China’s military activity near Scarborough Shoal in
Philippines Voices Concern Over China-Australia Air Encounter in South China Sea
"All countries are expected to respect freedom of navigation and overflight in and above international sea lines of communication, such as the South China Sea, and to avoid interference in legitimate activities conducted in international waters and airspace,
Australia accuses Chinese fighter of endangering Australian surveillance plane over South China Sea
Australia has protested what it describes as an unsafe and unprofessional interaction over the South China Sea where a Chinese fighter is accused of releasing flares that endangered an Australian mili
Chinese Warships Approach Australian Coast After South China Sea Encounter
Australia spotted three Chinese warships sailing near its coast as Beijing accused Canberra of sending a spy plane into its "territorial airspace" over the contested South China Sea. Newsweek has contacted the Australian and Chinese militaries for comment by email.
China's Defence Ministry Accuses Australia of South China Sea Provocation
China accused Australia of deliberately "provoking" China in the South China Sea this week, and of "invading" and "breaking into" the homes of others, its defence ministry said on Friday. The ministry spokesperson said Australia was spreading "false narratives".
Australia criticises 'unsafe' Chinese fighter jet interaction in South China Sea
Australia has raised concerns with China over what it said was "unsafe and unprofessional" actions by a Chinese fighter jet towards an Australian maritime patrol in the South China Sea on Tuesday. A R
South China Sea: US urged to avoid frontal role, enable Philippines to lead
US think tank report says Washington can initiate 'virtuous cycle of de-escalatory steps' to reduce risk and help Manila ...
China set to extend reach in South Pacific with Cook Islands deal
No details have been released, but analysts and environmentalists fear it will pave the way for closer security ties and the ...
US Ramps Up Reconnaissance Over Contested Waters Near China
The Chinese think tank said it utilized Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data to record the U.S. spy flights. Aircraft use ADS-B to broadcast their position, altitude, speed and ...
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US and Philippine fighter aircraft jointly patrol disputed shoal region guarded by China
U.S. and Philippine fighter aircraft have staged a joint patrol and training over a disputed South China Sea shoal where ...
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China says it ‘will not sit idly’ over US Typhon missiles in PH
China voiced its opposition to the United States’ deployment of Typhon missiles in the Philippines, saying it "will not sit ...
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China’s Military Machine Seen Getting More Aggressive as American Tariffs Rise
Trump, tough on trade with China, may be soft on defense of America’s friends and allies, including the Philippines, South ...
South China Sea tensions explode as Beijing jet drops flares 'close' to NATO partner
Australia has accused China ’s military of “unsafe and unprofessional” conduct following an incident over the contested South ...
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To safeguard peace in South China Sea, regional countries must be in the driver's seat: China Daily editorial
With the aim of ensuring lasting peace and stability in the waters, China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are ...