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Chinese Ships Surround Island Disputed With Philippines, Satellite Images Show
Satellite images obtained by Reuters on Thursday show a build-up of Chinese civilian vessels near contested Thitu Island, Manila's key outpost in the South China Sea, but a senior Philippine navy officer said they are "not a cause for concern".
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Chinese Military Says "Drove Away" US Ship In South China Sea
China's military closely monitored and "drove away" USS Halsey that entered the territorial waters of Paracel Islands in the South China Sea on May 10, the Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army said in a statement on Friday.
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Philippines Alarmed: Above 135 Chinese Vessels "Swarming" Reef Of Its Coast
The Philippines said Sunday more than 135 Chinese vessels were "swarming" a reef off its coast, describing the boats' growing presence as "alarming".
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Philippines Builds Coast Guard Station On Disputed South China Sea Island
The Philippines has built a new coast guard station on the contested island of Thitu in the South China Sea, boosting its ability to monitor movements of Chinese vessels and aircraft in the busy disputed waterway.
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"Irresponsible, Illegal Actions": Philippines Says China Hit Resupply Boat
The Philippines accused a Chinese coastguard vessel of colliding on Sunday with a Philippine resupply boat as it travelled to a tiny garrison in the disputed South China Sea.
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New China Map Draws More Rejection, 4 Asian Countries Back India's Call
Vietnam said China's official map released this week violates its sovereignty over the Spratly and Paracel Islands and jurisdiction over its waters, according to a statement posted on the nation's government news website.
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India's Latest Maritime Headache: Cambodia's New China-Built Port
China's claims to territory in the South China Sea, its construction of artificial islands in the region, and its establishment of a military base in Djibouti are all evidence of its desire to increase its sphere of influence.
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US Says Its Guided-Missile Destroyer Conducted Mission In South China Sea
The US Navy said its guided-missile destroyer USS Milius conducted a navigational rights and freedoms mission in the South China Sea near the Spratly Islands on Monday.
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China Says It 'Drove' Away US Destroyer That Sailed Near Disputed Isles
A USdestroyer sailed near the disputed Paracel Islands in the South China Sea on Wednesday, drawing an angry reaction from Beijing, which said its military had "driven away" the ship after it illegally entering territorial waters.
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Hong Kong's Iconic Floating Jumbo Restaurant Sinks In South China Sea
A floating restaurant in Hong Kong that was an iconic landmark for nearly 50 years has sunk into the South China Sea.
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China Fails To Ink Security Pact With Pacific Nations
Talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and 10 Pacific Island nations failed to reach an agreement on a wide-ranging security deal on Monday.
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Taiwan Reports Largest Chinese Air Force Incursion Amid Deepening US Ties
Twenty-five Chinese air force aircraft including fighters and nuclear-capable bombers entered Taiwan's air defence identification zone (ADIZ) on Monday, the island's government said, the largest reported incursion to date.
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Taiwan Says May Shoot Down Chinese Drones In South China Sea
Taiwan has spotted Chinese drones circling Taipei-controlled Pratas Islands in the South China Sea and may shoot them down if they stray too close, a government minister said on Wednesday, a move that could dramatically increase tensions with Beijing
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US Blacklists 24 Chinese Firms, Officials Over Artificial Islands In South China Sea
The United States on Wednesday announced sanctions and restrictions on two dozen Chinese companies and associated officials for taking part in building artificial islands in disputed waters in the South China Sea.
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Challenging China's Claims In South China Sea, US Navy Warship Sails Near Paracel Islands
Challenging Beijing's claims in the highly contested South China Sea, US Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin on Thursday (local time) sailed near Paracel Islands, reported CNN.
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Chinese Ships Surround Island Disputed With Philippines, Satellite Images Show
Satellite images obtained by Reuters on Thursday show a build-up of Chinese civilian vessels near contested Thitu Island, Manila's key outpost in the South China Sea, but a senior Philippine navy officer said they are "not a cause for concern".
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Chinese Military Says "Drove Away" US Ship In South China Sea
China's military closely monitored and "drove away" USS Halsey that entered the territorial waters of Paracel Islands in the South China Sea on May 10, the Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army said in a statement on Friday.
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Philippines Alarmed: Above 135 Chinese Vessels "Swarming" Reef Of Its Coast
The Philippines said Sunday more than 135 Chinese vessels were "swarming" a reef off its coast, describing the boats' growing presence as "alarming".
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Philippines Builds Coast Guard Station On Disputed South China Sea Island
The Philippines has built a new coast guard station on the contested island of Thitu in the South China Sea, boosting its ability to monitor movements of Chinese vessels and aircraft in the busy disputed waterway.
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"Irresponsible, Illegal Actions": Philippines Says China Hit Resupply Boat
The Philippines accused a Chinese coastguard vessel of colliding on Sunday with a Philippine resupply boat as it travelled to a tiny garrison in the disputed South China Sea.
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New China Map Draws More Rejection, 4 Asian Countries Back India's Call
Vietnam said China's official map released this week violates its sovereignty over the Spratly and Paracel Islands and jurisdiction over its waters, according to a statement posted on the nation's government news website.
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India's Latest Maritime Headache: Cambodia's New China-Built Port
China's claims to territory in the South China Sea, its construction of artificial islands in the region, and its establishment of a military base in Djibouti are all evidence of its desire to increase its sphere of influence.
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US Says Its Guided-Missile Destroyer Conducted Mission In South China Sea
The US Navy said its guided-missile destroyer USS Milius conducted a navigational rights and freedoms mission in the South China Sea near the Spratly Islands on Monday.
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China Says It 'Drove' Away US Destroyer That Sailed Near Disputed Isles
A USdestroyer sailed near the disputed Paracel Islands in the South China Sea on Wednesday, drawing an angry reaction from Beijing, which said its military had "driven away" the ship after it illegally entering territorial waters.
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Hong Kong's Iconic Floating Jumbo Restaurant Sinks In South China Sea
A floating restaurant in Hong Kong that was an iconic landmark for nearly 50 years has sunk into the South China Sea.
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China Fails To Ink Security Pact With Pacific Nations
Talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and 10 Pacific Island nations failed to reach an agreement on a wide-ranging security deal on Monday.
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Taiwan Reports Largest Chinese Air Force Incursion Amid Deepening US Ties
Twenty-five Chinese air force aircraft including fighters and nuclear-capable bombers entered Taiwan's air defence identification zone (ADIZ) on Monday, the island's government said, the largest reported incursion to date.
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Taiwan Says May Shoot Down Chinese Drones In South China Sea
Taiwan has spotted Chinese drones circling Taipei-controlled Pratas Islands in the South China Sea and may shoot them down if they stray too close, a government minister said on Wednesday, a move that could dramatically increase tensions with Beijing
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US Blacklists 24 Chinese Firms, Officials Over Artificial Islands In South China Sea
The United States on Wednesday announced sanctions and restrictions on two dozen Chinese companies and associated officials for taking part in building artificial islands in disputed waters in the South China Sea.
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Challenging China's Claims In South China Sea, US Navy Warship Sails Near Paracel Islands
Challenging Beijing's claims in the highly contested South China Sea, US Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin on Thursday (local time) sailed near Paracel Islands, reported CNN.
