- The Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) strategy is countering Chinese economic and military pressure in the Indo-Pacific region, with Japan as a key partner.
- Growing Chinese presence observed in the South China Sea.
- The Philippines is taking actions to counter maritime challenges posed by China in the South China Sea.
- Dispute over sovereignty in the South China Sea jeopardizes vital global maritime commerce.
Dispute over sovereignty in the South China Sea, involving US support for the Philippines and criticism of DFA's handling of Ayungin Shoal.
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Updated Aug 9
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What happened
Dispute over sovereignty in the South China Sea, involving US support for the Philippines and criticism of DFA's handling of Ayungin Shoal.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Philippines
archipelagic country in Southeast Asia
Related events
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- Philippines faces Chinese vessel harassment and reaches a provisional understanding to ease regional tensions.
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