Philippines’ aggressive move at Xianbin Jiao escalates South China Sea tensions

The recent maritime incident on August 31, involving the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel MRRV-9701 and the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ship 5205 at Xianbin Jiao, also known as Xianbin Reef, has further strained relations between China and the Philippines. The encounter, characterized by the Philippine vessel ramming into the CCG ship, marks a significant […]

Philippines Says It Did Not Surrender Sabina Shoal To China

eurasiareview.com - 22:33

By Jason Gutierrez Filipino officials tried to reassure the Philippine public Monday that they had not surrendered Manila’s claim of sovereign...

China says it is protecting its ‘rights’ after Philippine ship collision

inquirer.net - 02/Sep 17:31

Beijing has insisted on Monday that it was defending its “rights” in the South China Sea, after the Philippines released footage appearing...

PCG pulls out vessel from Escoda Shoal

inquirer.net - 05:55

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, PALAWAN, Philippines — The government will send another vessel to Escoda (Sabina) Shoal to replace a Philippine Coast Guard...

West Philippine Sea: Several factors force BRP Teresa Magbanua to return – PCG

inquirer.net - 15/Sep 13:50

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua was “compelled” to return to port due to unfavorable weather...

Philippines Withdraws Ship From South China Sea Flashpoint

financialpost.com - 15/Sep 10:08

The Philippines withdrew its Coast Guard vessel from a South China Sea shoal that’s recently been at the center of tensions with Beijing.

West Philippine Sea: PCG’s BRP Teresa Magbanua leaves Escoda Shoal

inquirer.net - 15/Sep 12:38

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua has left Escoda (Sabina) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea. It is now sailing...