China Patrols Waters East of Taiwan in Response to Japan, Philippine Maritime Border Talks

China has carried out military patrols in waters east of Taiwan following maritime security discussions between Japan and the Philippines, in the latest sign of rising tensions across the Indo-Pacific region. The patrols, conducted by China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA), came shortly after Tokyo and Manila held talks focused on strengthening maritime cooperation and regional […]

Philippines’ President Marcos Slams China for Misrepresenting Taiwan Comments

Philippines’ President Marcos Slams China for Misrepresenting Taiwan Comments

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has rejected China’s criticism of his recent remarks about Taiwan, saying he was “just stating facts” and urging Beijing not to twist his words into a provocation. Speaking during a media briefing on Monday, President Marcos defended his earlier comments on the Taiwan Strait and regional security, asserting that his […]

China Accuses Philippines of 'Playing with Fire' on Taiwan

China Accuses Philippines of ‘Playing with Fire’ on Taiwan

Beijing issues sharp rebuke after President Marcos says Philippines could be involved in a US-China conflict over Taiwan. China on Friday accused the Philippines of “playing with fire” after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. suggested his country could be drawn into a potential conflict between China and the United States over Taiwan. The warning from Beijing […]