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China deploys its massive 165-meter “monster ship” at Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea ...
06/01/2025

China deploys its massive 165-meter “monster ship” at Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea as the Philippines challenges Beijing’s aggressive maritime presence.

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China escalates military pressure on Taiwan, conducting large-scale maritime drills and deploying warships and aircraft ...
06/01/2025

China escalates military pressure on Taiwan, conducting large-scale maritime drills and deploying warships and aircraft near the island, while tensions with the U.S. rise over arms sales and political alliances.

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Philippine authorities are investigating a Chinese underwater drone found near Masbate, suspected of conducting seabed m...
03/01/2025

Philippine authorities are investigating a Chinese underwater drone found near Masbate, suspected of conducting seabed mapping, heightening national security concerns over China’s increasing activity in Philippine waters.

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Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Jay Tarriela accuses China of fabricating a narrative to justify escalating provocation...
02/01/2025

Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Jay Tarriela accuses China of fabricating a narrative to justify escalating provocations in the South China Sea, as the Philippines bolsters its defense and protects its sovereignty against aggressive territorial claims.

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International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) secures a 25-year concession extension for Mindanao Container Ter...
01/01/2025

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) secures a 25-year concession extension for Mindanao Container Terminal, pledges US$100 million investment to boost capacity, and drives expansion with major Philippine projects.

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The Philippines boldly asserts its sovereignty by advancing plans to acquire the U.S.-made Typhon missile system, reject...
31/12/2024

The Philippines boldly asserts its sovereignty by advancing plans to acquire the U.S.-made Typhon missile system, rejecting China’s demands for its removal amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea.

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Two individuals are arrested at Batangas Port for extorting bribes from vehicle owners during the holiday rush in exchan...
30/12/2024

Two individuals are arrested at Batangas Port for extorting bribes from vehicle owners during the holiday rush in exchange for expedited port entry, with authorities vowing to hold perpetrators accountable and investigate potential security personnel involvement in the illegal scheme.

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The Behrang Ulu community in Malaysia strongly opposes the development of an urban forest into residential and automotiv...
26/12/2024

The Behrang Ulu community in Malaysia strongly opposes the development of an urban forest into residential and automotive industry projects by foreign developers, emphasizing the need to preserve this ecologically rich site for conservation, public benefit, and future generations.

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In an interview with Maritime Fairtrade, the Behrang Ulu community has expressed its opposition to the proposed development of an urban forest by foreign developers associated with Chinese companies, for residential and automotive industry projects.  An urban forest is a forest, or a collection of ...

Thitu Island, the largest Philippine-administered landmass in the contested Spratly Islands, serves as a flashpoint in t...
23/12/2024

Thitu Island, the largest Philippine-administered landmass in the contested Spratly Islands, serves as a flashpoint in the South China Sea, where Filipino civilians and military personnel stand defiantly against China’s aggressive claims and incursions.

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Discover innovations transforming maritime supply chain management, from AI and blockchain to automation and sustainabil...
23/12/2024

Discover innovations transforming maritime supply chain management, from AI and blockchain to automation and sustainability, enhancing efficiency and resilience.

Discover innovations transforming maritime supply chain management, from AI and blockchain to automation and sustainability, enhancing efficiency and resilience.

ASEAN’s summit in Laos ends in deadlock over South China Sea disputes, as China’s aggressive actions and member states’ ...
20/12/2024

ASEAN’s summit in Laos ends in deadlock over South China Sea disputes, as China’s aggressive actions and member states’ competing interests highlight deep divisions, complicating efforts to establish a legally binding code of conduct.

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The Philippines, with its unparalleled natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a strategic location, is primed to be...
19/12/2024

The Philippines, with its unparalleled natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a strategic location, is primed to become Southeast Asia’s premier cruise destination as government and private sectors address infrastructure and port process challenges.

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Vietnam protests China’s assault on its fishermen near the disputed Paracel Islands while ramping up infrastructure on s...
18/12/2024

Vietnam protests China’s assault on its fishermen near the disputed Paracel Islands while ramping up infrastructure on strategic South China Sea reefs, signaling a tougher stance against Beijing’s assertiveness in the contested waters.

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Military clashes between China and the U.S. in the South China Sea are increasingly likely during Donald Trump’s second ...
17/12/2024

Military clashes between China and the U.S. in the South China Sea are increasingly likely during Donald Trump’s second term, as China prepares for heightened confrontations in this strategically vital and contested region.

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Explore how climate policy drives climate change adaptation and mitigation, balancing environmental sustainability with ...
16/12/2024

Explore how climate policy drives climate change adaptation and mitigation, balancing environmental sustainability with economic growth in the maritime industry.

Explore how climate policy drives climate change adaptation and mitigation, balancing environmental sustainability with economic growth in the maritime industry.

Nazario Briguera, spokesperson for the BFAR Philippines, highlights the Enhanced Philippine Seaweed Development Program ...
13/12/2024

Nazario Briguera, spokesperson for the BFAR Philippines, highlights the Enhanced Philippine Seaweed Development Program (EPSDP) as a crucial initiative to advance sustainable seaweed production, enhance post-harvest technologies, and expand economic opportunities, solidifying the Philippines’ global leadership in seaweed exports.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. rejects deploying warships to the West Philippine Sea, emphasizing a commitmen...
11/12/2024

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. rejects deploying warships to the West Philippine Sea, emphasizing a commitment to de-escalating tensions with China while asserting the nation’s sovereignty through coordinated diplomatic and maritime efforts.

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An unidentified Chinese vessel struck a Philippine ship with a high-intensity laser near Hasa-Hasa (Half Moon) Shoal on ...
10/12/2024

An unidentified Chinese vessel struck a Philippine ship with a high-intensity laser near Hasa-Hasa (Half Moon) Shoal on December 2, escalating maritime tensions in the West Philippine Sea amid growing regional pushback against Beijing’s aggressive actions.

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