Maritime Fairtrade

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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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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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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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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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.

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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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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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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09/12/2024

The Philippine Ports Authority is leading decarbonization efforts in ASEAN ports, focusing on carbon reduction, sustainability, and innovative technologies to drive greener, more efficient operations.

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09/12/2024

The Philippines and South Korea elevate their relations to a strategic partnership during President Yoon Suk Yeol’s state visit to Manila, strengthening bilateral defense ties, coast guard collaboration, and military modernization amid escalating regional tensions with China and North Korea.

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09/12/2024

Discover how AI is transforming maritime risk management, enhancing safety, optimising operations, & addressing challenges like cybersecurity & sustainability.

Discover how AI is transforming maritime risk management, enhancing safety, optimising operations, & addressing challenges like cybersecurity & sustainability.

06/12/2024

Explore the China-Philippines conflict in the West Philippine Sea, its economic, geopolitical, and environmental impacts, and the stakes for global trade.

Explore the China-Philippines conflict in the West Philippine Sea, its economic, geopolitical, and environmental impacts, and the stakes for global trade.

05/12/2024

Chinese aggression near Bajo de Masinloc and Escoda Shoal intensifies tensions in the West Philippine Sea, as Philippine vessels face harassment within their exclusive economic zone, prompting international condemnation and calls for action.

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04/12/2024

The Philippine Navy detected and monitored a Russian Kilo-class submarine transiting the West Philippine Sea within the country’s exclusive economic zone, marking the first such encounter and raising concerns over maritime security and regional stability.

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03/12/2024

The Philippine Coast Guard tracks three Chinese research vessels operating near the Philippines’ eastern exclusive economic zone, raising concerns over unauthorized activities and intensifying scrutiny of China’s maritime presence.

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02/12/2024

The Philippine Coast Guard detains 13 undocumented Chinese nationals off Bataan, sparking concerns over Beijing’s potential retaliation and intensifying tensions over China’s expanding presence in the West Philippine Sea.

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29/11/2024

Discover the 10 major ports in the Philippines, emphasizing their strategic role in facilitating domestic and international trade, while highlighting their growing significance in the nation’s economy and connectivity.

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28/11/2024

Veterinarian-turned-farmer Seik Ni Lim champions nature farming and ecological interconnectedness, emphasizing the role of marine birds and nutrient-rich soils in combating climate change while advocating for a symbiotic relationship with wildlife to promote resilience and sustainability in farming practices.

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