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Philippines Confronts China’s ‘Monster’ Ship in Disputed Sea
The Philippines has accused a giant Chinese coast guard vessel it dubbed as the “Monster” of maintaining an “illegal presence” in its exclusive economic zone as Beijing ramps up activities in the disputed South China Sea.
Philippines deploys maritime and air assets to monitor China's 'monster ship'
The Philippines has deployed air and sea assets of its military and coast guard in its exclusive economic zone to monitor China's largest coast guard vessel, calling the ship's presence an act of Chinese "intimidation,
Videos Shows US Ally Monitoring China's 'Monster Ship'
The 12,000-tonne vessel has reportedly been operating within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone for three days.
China’s ‘monster’ coastguard ship tests Philippines’ South China Sea resolve
Observers interpret the presence of the 165-metre vessel near Scarborough Shoal as a warning to Manila about its military ties with the US.
Philippines denounces China's 'monster ship' in its waters
The Philippines has denounced the presence of China's largest coast guard vessel in its economic waters, calling it an act of Chinese "intimidation, coercion and aggression."
Palace views 'with concern' China's 'monster ship' in PH waters
Malacañang on Tuesday said the Philippines viewed with concern the presence of China's "monster coast guard ship" in the Philippine waters, saying the government is actively challenging such incursions.
PCG: China’s ‘monster ship’ continues to sail near Zambales
China’s “monster ship” continues to operate near Luzon for the fourth consecutive day, the Philippine Coast Guard reported Tuesday night.
Deployment of China’s ‘Monster’ ship a power projection—Palace
Malacañang on Tuesday expressed concern over the presence of the China Coast Guard’s biggest ship, dubbed “The Monster,” in the Philippines’ exclusive
Philippines views China’s monster ship ‘with concern’; coast guard on standby
THE PHILIPPINES on Tuesday said it views with alarm the presence of China’s largest coast guard ship within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ), vowing to continue sea patrols. “We view it with concern,
AFP says not deterred by presence of China’s monster ship in PH EEZ
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) stressed Tuesday that it will not be deterred in performing its mandate of patrolling our seas and air despite the presence of China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel 5901 within the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Philippines calls Chinese 'monster' ship an act of aggression
The Philippines has deployed air and sea assets of its military and coast guard in its exclusive economic zone to monitor China's largest coast guard vessel, calling the ship's presence an act of Chinese ‘intimidation,
Philippines raises alarm over ‘monster’ Chinese vessel near its waters
China has accused the Philippines of repeated encroachment in its waters. China with its largest navy in the world claims ...
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China deploys Navy helicopter amid PCG’s monitoring of ‘The Monster’ in Zambales waters
China has deployed its People’s Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) helicopter amid the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) vigilant ...
China-based threat actors hacked the Philipines' President, stole troves of military data
Reports have revealed that the President’s office sought details about the breach in May 2024. The cyberattacks, described as ...
At the ‘frontline’ of US-China conflict, the Philippines prepares for war
The US treaty ally is spending billions to arm itself for a conflict over Taiwan or the South China Sea it hopes will never ...
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US to stay ‘laser-focused’ on PH-China maritime issues
The Philippines will continue to enjoy support from the United States, with more attention given to the South China Sea ...
Afghans arrive in the Philippines to complete visa processing for resettlement in US
A group of Afghan nationals have arrived in the Philippines to process special immigrant visas for their resettlement in the ...
China and Trump factor will heat up Asia-Pacific arms race, observers warn
Record defence budgets from Japan and the Philippines come as tensions with China grow and incoming US leader urges allies to spend more.