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Tensions Rise as Chinese and Filipino Fishermen Clash in Disputed Waters

December 14, 2025

In a heated encounter, Chinese coast guard ships used water cannons and blocking tactics against Filipino fishermen near Sabina Shoal. This incident left three fishermen injured and two boats damaged. The Philippine coast guard reported that nearly two dozen fishing boats were targeted. A small Chin

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China's New Aircraft Carrier: A Game Changer in the South China Sea

November 8, 2025

China has just added a new aircraft carrier to its fleet. This one is special. It's the first to use catapults to launch planes. The carrier, named Fujian, was officially introduced at a ceremony in Yulin, Hainan. President Xi Jinping was there to celebrate the event. The Fujian is huge. It's about

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Tensions Rise: U. S. Offers Tech Help to Counter China's Moves in South China Sea

November 2, 2025

Pete Hegseth, the U. S. Defense Secretary, recently spoke in Kuala Lumpur. He highlighted China's growing actions in the South China Sea. These actions are seen as disruptive and threatening by many countries in the region. Hegseth met with defense ministers from Australia, Japan, and the Philippin

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U. S. Promises Tech Help to Counter China's Moves in South China Sea

November 1, 2025

Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon chief, recently spoke out against China's actions in the South China Sea, calling them destabilizing. He was in Kuala Lumpur for meetings with allies like Australia, Japan, and the Philippines. Hegseth offered to help Southeast Asian countries by sharing technology to moni

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Teamwork in the South China Sea: US and Philippines Join Forces

October 31, 2025

The United States and the Philippines have teamed up to create a new military group. This group will work together to boost their military skills and teamwork, especially in the South China Sea. The idea came up during a chat between the US defense leader Pete Hegseth and the Philippines' defense ch

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Double Trouble for USS Nimitz: Two Aircraft Down in Half an Hour

October 27, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the USS Nimitz faced a double aircraft loss in a short span. A helicopter and a fighter jet both met with accidents in the South China Sea, but the good news is that all crew members are safe. The MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter and the F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet bo

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South China Sea: US Navy's Double Trouble

October 27, 2025

In a single day, the US Navy faced two unexpected setbacks in the South China Sea. A helicopter and a fighter jet both went down during routine operations. Luckily, all crew members were rescued safely. The Navy is now looking into what went wrong. The incidents happened just hours apart. First, a

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U. S. Ships to Asia: A Strategic Move in the South China Sea

July 6, 2025

The U. S. has recently given away 10 old Coast Guard ships to four Asian countries, including Vietnam and the Philippines. These countries are in a tough spot because they have disputes with China over who owns parts of the South China Sea. The ships are not new, but they are big and can travel far,

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How the South China Sea Disputes Shape China's Reputation in Southeast Asia

May 28, 2025

The South China Sea has been a hotspot for tension. It's a place where several countries have overlapping claims. This has led to some complex relationships, especially between China and its Southeast Asian neighbors. The Global Database of Events, Language, and Tone (GDELT) has been tracking event

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U. S. Strengthens Ties with Philippines to Counter China's Moves

March 28, 2025

The U. S. is stepping up its game in the South China Sea. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently visited the Philippines. He made it clear that the U. S. is ready to work with allies to counter threats, especially from China. Hegseth believes that past administrations have been too soft on China, a