On May 28, 2026, the Philippines and China engaged in defense cooperation, maritime border talks, and aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
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On May 28, 2026, the Philippines and China engaged in defense cooperation, maritime border talks, and aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.New discussions on drone technology cooperation between Philippines and China.1 source
- China conducts a submarine-launched missile test in the Pacific amid deepening security cooperation and aggressive conduct in the South China Sea.Sub-event
- The Philippine Air Force is committing significant funds to overhaul its air arm, strategically shifting its role to serve as a maritime defense shield.Sub-event
- The Philippines organized joint patrols in the South China Sea.Sub-event
- Philippines and China face diplomatic strain following defense chief remarks, despite maintaining trade amid territorial disputes.Sub-event
- Coast guard patrols involving China clashed with Philippine vessels over claims to Dongsha Islands, also involving Taiwan.Sub-event
Philippines and China conducted defense cooperation and border talks amidst aggressive actions in the South China Sea.1 source
Talks between Manila and Beijing are accelerating regarding defense cooperation and arms sales.1 source
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Disputes over maritime claims and Senkaku Islands resurfaced amid defense talks.1 source
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China
cultural region, ancient civilization, and nation in East Asia; mostly refers to the People's Republic of China in political situation and rarely refers to the Republic of China
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Newest first; wire copies grouped- jpost.com
- manilatimes.net
- straitstimes.com
- straitstimes.com
- philstar.com
- bworldonline.com
- wral.com
- moneycontrol.com
- abcnews.com
- spacewar.com
- channelnewsasia.com
- rappler.com
- tribune.net.ph
- philstar.com