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Topic: Philippines

Vietnam, Philippines to boost maritime cooperation to prevent incidents in South China Sea

On a visit to Vietnam, Philippines president agrees to an MoU between the 2 countries. The agreements in Hanoi could risk angering Beijing.

Philippines refutes China’s claims of ‘special arrangement’ to supply troops in South China Sea reef

(Corrects trade value in paragraph 7 to 3 trillion, not 3 million) MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines on Monday denied China had a "temporary special arrangement" with Manila to allow the delivery of

China-Philippines South China Sea standoff shows a new dysfunctional diplomacy is on the rise

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning suggested that the Philippines president ‘read books’ to understand the intricacies of the Taiwan issue.

Philippines hits out at China, accuses it of ‘low & gutter-level talk’ on Taiwan

Beijing had warned Manila not to ‘play with fire’ after Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. congratulated Taiwan's president-elect, Lai Ching-te on his election victory.

Days after China-Philippines skirmish in South China Sea, Indian warship at Manila to bolster ties

Navy's INS Kadmatt is an anti-submarine warfare corvette equipped with state-of-the-art anti-submarine weapon suite. 'Enhancing cooperation & exchanging best practices' on agenda.

Chinese ambassador summoned over South China Sea ‘harassment,’ says Philippines’ foreign ministry

The ministry has asked China to direct its vessels to cease and desist from ‘illegal actions and dangerous manoeuvres against Philippine vessels.’

7.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Philippines, tsunami alerts issued in Philippines and Japan

Philippines seismology agency says tsunami waves could hit the country by midnight local time and continue for hours.

Philippines approaches Malaysia, Vietnam with proposal for code of conduct for South China Sea

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr of Philippines said escalating tension in South China Sea required Manila to partner with allies & neighbours to maintain peace.

Philippines President Marcos meets Xi Jinping seeking ways to reduce South China Sea tensions

Marcos said he voiced concern over South China Sea incidents between Chinese and Philippine vessels, including one collision. He said he also raised plight of Filipino fishermen.

India to give at least seven helicopters to Philippines for rescue and humanitarian efforts

Philippines president Marcos Kumaran said helicopters provided to Philippines Coast Guard, built for India's Navy and Coast Guard, can be used for more active security operations.

On Camera

Aamir Khan and Salman Khan are still dodging and deflecting the age question, 20 yrs later

On the first episode of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan were confronted with another hypocrisy: age gaps. And they didn't come out looking good.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.