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South China Sea
The latest news on South China Sea territorial disputes. The contrasting claims have been an ongoing point of contention among several countries including China, Brunei, Vietnam and the Philippines.
last updated:
16 October, 2024
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Chinese scientists chasing ‘artificial sun’ set new world record

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Chinese researchers at the EAST nuclear fusion test facility were able to maintain super-heated plasma for more than 17 minutes, surpassing the previous record of 403 seconds, which was also set by EAST in 2023. Photo: Xinhua

Astronomers hail blacklisted Chinese institute’s contribution to US telescope

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The 200-inch (5.1-metre) Hale Telescope at the California Institute of Technology’s Palomar Observatory. Photo: Palomar/Caltech

Chinese sweat and blood – not soldiers – have left their mark on Panama Canal

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China calls for overseas education ventures in push for tech advancement

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China’s leadership has called on local authorities to “enhance high-quality international collaborations in academia, industry and research”. Photo: AFP

China’s Tiangong experiments generate oxygen, rocket fuel in exploration advance

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Astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station are conducting research that is expected to provide critical technical support for human survival and exploration in outer space. Photo: CCTV
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US President Donald Trump speaks to journalists in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on Monday. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS
US-China relations

Editorial | As Trump begins his second term in the White House, an eerie feeling of deja vu

Inaugural speech sounds like a copy of what the US president said eight years ago, but now China is better prepared to meet his challenges.

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The Philippines

Philippines’ arrest of Chinese ‘sleeper agent’ sparks fears of widespread spying

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The Philippines

‘It’s a win’: Philippines, China uphold South China Sea resupply deal

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The Philippines

How quiet US-Philippine South China Sea drills sent ‘a clear message’

As the world’s attention turned towards Washington and Donald Trump’s inauguration, the Pentagon was operating decisively under the radar.

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Aircraft from the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group take part in a maritime exercise in the Philippine Sea in January 2024. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

Opinion | How Trump could upend South China Sea calculations all round

Trump’s transactional diplomacy risks complicating the hedging of stakeholders from Philippines to Vietnam, and adding unpredictability for China.

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China’s military drills

PLA carries out first South China Sea patrol of year amid ongoing tensions

The air and sea activity comes days before Donald Trump’s return to power brings increased uncertainty to the region.

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The Philippines

What the Philippines’ bid for a UN Security Council seat means for China

Manila would be able to raise South China Sea-related issues that could ‘embarrass’ Beijing and nudge it into a compromise, analysts say.

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A Security Council meeting at the United Nations headquarters on Wednesday. Photo: AP
Asean

Malaysia calls for Myanmar ceasefire as Asean pushes for peace talks

The bloc also pressed for progress on a South China Sea code of conduct, aiming to address Beijing’s assertiveness in the region.

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Taiwan

Taiwan and Philippines try to figure out how to navigate the return of Trump

Manila and Taipei, facing PLA confrontations, may need to depend less on the US and appeal to Trump’s transactional nature, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippines turns to US firms for sea oil drills as China tensions persist

Companies explore oil and gas projects in the country’s deep waters as Manila seeks to diversify its energy sources.

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A drilling platform at the Kaiping South oilfield in the eastern part of the South China Sea. Photo: Xinhua
The Philippines

Did Trump snub Philippines’ Marcos by not inviting him to his inauguration?

Trump’s Indo-Pacific strategy in doubt after president-elect personally invited Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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A November 7 newspaper in Manila shows Trump’s win. The Philippine capital was abuzz earlier this month with talk about President Marcos Jnr’s exclusion from Trump’s swearing-in. Photo: AFP
China-Philippines relations

Beijing and Manila vow further South China Sea talks despite ‘monster ship’ row

Latest discussions come days after the Philippines accused China of encroaching on its exclusive economic zone near Scarborough Shoal.

China-Philippines relations

Opinion | Manila and Beijing can still choose cooperation over conflict

While violent clashes and bilateral disputes between Manila and Beijing have reached new heights, so can economic engagement.

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Vietnam

China and Vietnam reaffirm political ties in top-level call

Xi Jinping underlines commitment to the ‘socialist cause’ in conversation with To Lam.

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To Lam (right), the head of Vietnam’s Communist Party, made China his first port of call. Photo: EPA-EFE
US-China relations

Trump’s security pick pledges China strategy that reinforces Indo-Pacific ties

Mike Waltz delivers clearest signal yet on regional partnerships and also affirms stance on arms for Taipei.

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Incoming US national security adviser Mike Waltz told a “Passing the Baton” event organised by the United States Institutes of Peace that the new administration will continue and reinforce Washington’s policies on China. Photo: USIP
Asean

Youthful optimism: how Southeast Asian students view their economic futures

Students in six regional countries are hopeful for the future, but worry about corruption, inequality and unemployment, a new survey shows.

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The Philippines

Manila warns ‘all options on table’ after Chinese patrol in disputed waters

A Chinese coastguard ship patrolled Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday pushing the Philippines ‘to the wall’, and prompting Manila to consider international lawsuits.

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China defends Scarborough Shoal patrols after Philippine protest

Beijing says its presence in the area is lawful while Manila says it is illegal and provocative.

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The Philippine Coast Guard says a Chinese Coast Guard ship sailing some 60 nautical miles (111 kilometres, 69 miles) west of the main Philippine island of Luzon. Photo: AFP/Philippine Coast Guard
War and conflict

Opinion | Why the US will not allow a nuclear-armed South Korea

While Seoul’s own nuclear defence would lessen the US security burden, it would also undermine American interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

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China-Asean relations

Chinese and Indonesian coastguards pledge deeper cooperation

The two sides pledged support for joint maritime security efforts amid Beijing’s ongoing drive for closer ties with the Southeast Asian giant.

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The Philippines

Philippines starts Spratly Islands upgrades after months of tension with China

The improvements, including a longer airstrip on Thitu Island, will help boost Manila’s military presence in the South China Sea.

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Philippine soldiers stationed on Thitu Island. Photo: AFP
Japan

Japan, Indonesia plan a joint warship amid China tensions at sea

The project signals Tokyo’s desire for wider security ties in the region and Jakarta’s aim for more joint weapon developments, analysts say.

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Japanese helicopter carrier JS Izumo and other warships sail off the coast of Japan. Photo: AP
Malaysia

Tariffs, turmoil and Trump: untangling Malaysia’s Asean chair to-do list

Can Anwar Ibrahim’s diplomatic finesse help Malaysia steer Asean through the storm of rising trade tensions and regional crises?

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The Philippines

Opinion | How the Philippines is managing a cold war abroad – and at home

The removal of the Dutertes from the security council is a calculated move by Marcos Jnr to prevent the family, perceived as pro-China proxies, from exerting influence.

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The Philippines

Philippine politicians worry about ‘warmonger’ Trump’s aggressive foreign policy

Several groups say Donald Trump poses a grave danger to the region and worry the US president-elect may involve the Philippines in a war.

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President-elect Donald Trump has said he wants the US to take control of Greenland and the Panama Canal. Photo: AP
Indonesia

Indonesia to keep pushing for South China Sea code, expand defence ties

Foreign minister Sugiono outlined Jakarta’s diplomatic agenda that included peaceful conflict resolution and continued support for Gaza.

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A Chinese coastguard ship sails in Indonesia’s North Natuna Sea last year. Photo: EPA-EFE/Bakamla
Malaysia

Malaysia and Japan to develop green energy projects, Ishiba eyes defence ties

Among their agreements, both countries will jointly develop hydrogen energy and partner in the post-war reconstruction of Gaza.

China-Asean relations

PLA chief of joint staff Liu Zhenli visits Malaysia on first overseas trip

Malaysian prime minister hails ‘strong’ China ties in talks with Liu, as defence minister urges dialogue to manage South China Sea issues.

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