China, Rubio and Beijing

Rubio backs Manila, condemns Beijing’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea
The US secretary of state opens his term by reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the Philippines and other regional allies.
Rubio says US committed to Philippines in call about China's 'dangerous' actions
New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed China's "dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea" with his Philippine counterpart on Wednesday and underscored the "ironclad" U.S.
Philippines to Pick Venue Soon for Second South China Sea Case Against Beijing
The Philippines alleges Chinese activities, including dredging, coral harvesting, and the construction of artificial islands, have caused significant and irreversible damage to coral reefs and marine biodiversity. China has accused the Philippines of causing damage to the Second Thomas Shoal by intentionally grounding a warship there in 1999.
China is pushing the Philippines `to the wall’ with aggression in the South China Sea, Manila says
A Philippine security official says China is “pushing us to the wall” with growing aggression in the disputed South China Sea and warned that “all options are on the table” for Manila’s response, including new international lawsuits.
Beijing and Manila promise further South China Sea talks despite row over 'monster ship'
Beijing and Manila have agreed to continue talks on settling their territorial differences despite Philippine protests about the presence of a Chinese "monster ship" near the contested Scarborough Shoal.
US Defense Commitments to Philippines Are ‘Ironclad,’ Rubio Says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington’s defense commitments to the Philippines remain “ironclad” while criticizing Beijing’s moves in the South China Sea.
U.S. Secretary Rubio Reaffirms Defense Commitment to the Philippines Amid Tensions with China
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Chinas dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea during a call with Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, reaffirming Washingtons ironclad
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'China's behavior undermines regional peace'
UNITED States Secretary of State Marco Rubio said China's behavior in the South China Sea undermined regional peace and ...
‘It’s a win’: Philippines, China uphold South China Sea deal on resupply missions
Analysts say the agreement 'commits both states to a status quo' and urge the Philippines to hold firm on its South China Sea ...
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China cautions US side to steer clear of South China Sea issue
The United States is not a party to the issue of the South China Sea and has no right to interfere in maritime issues between ...
Philippines' Exercise Near Disputed Shoal Amid Standoff With China| Vantage With Palki Sharma | N18G
Philippines' Exercise Near Disputed Shoal Amid Standoff With China| Vantage With Palki Sharma | N18G The Philippines' Navy is holding drills around Scarborough shoal in South China Sea. The Navy has ...
Satellite Photo Captures US Ally's Standoff With China's 'Monster Ship'
The 540-foot coast guard cutter has been operating within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone for over three weeks.
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China monster ship aims to sabotage
The China Coast Guard monster ship’s frequent anchoring very near Zambales aims to scare, surveil and sabotage.
French Aircraft Carrier To Visit The Philippines
France's aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle is to visit the Philippines next month, the French envoy to Manila said Thursday, signaling a deepening security cooperation between the two countries.
US Ally Seizes China Military Spy Car
Military bases jointly operated by U.S. and Philippine forces were among the sensitive sites where the car allegedly ...