West Philippine Sea

The West Philippine Sea is a contentious maritime region where the Philippines actively patrols and defends its territorial claims against Chinese aggression, with recent joint naval exercises with India underscoring growing international support for Manila's stance. Despite ongoing tensions, President Marcos Jr.'s administration continues to emphasize diplomatic efforts and adherence to international law while bolstering defense capabilities through collaborations with allies like the United States and India.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

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Phil Coast Guard: Chinese release of old Ayungin Shoal footage misleading

Philippine Coast Guard Spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela clarified that footage showing a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel and a Philippine Navy boat at Ayungin Shoal is an 'old video' from June of the previous year.
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DND denies Chinese Coast Guard towing Philippine vessel in Ayungin Shoal

The Department of National Defense (DND) has not confirmed reports that a Chinese Coast Guard ship towed a Philippine vessel in Ayungin Shoal, with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) stating these claims are false and based on old footage.
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Philippines, India to conduct first joint naval patrol

The Philippines aims to expand maritime cooperation with India, according to an official from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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Philippine, Indian Navies conduct first joint patrol in WPS next week

The Philippine Navy and Indian Navy are set to conduct their first joint maritime cooperative activity in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) next week, according to a statement from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday.
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PCG monitors three Chinese research vessels in EEZ

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is monitoring three Chinese research vessels that entered the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) without authorization on Thursday, July 31.
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23 Chinese ships spotted in WPS; PH Navy patrols continue

A Philippine Navy official reported on Tuesday that 23 Chinese naval and coast guard ships were monitored in key areas of the West Philippine Sea from July 14 to 27, marking a resurgence after a brief lull due to severe weather.
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Marcos reiterates 'friend to all, enemy to none' foreign policy

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines' 'friend to all, enemy to none' foreign policy during his fourth State of the Nation Address on Monday.
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Marcos delivers 4th SONA, vows unity amid legal challenges

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 28, emphasizing unity and addressing government shortcomings.
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Sara Duterte declines VP invite for SONA, criticizes Marcos' projects

Vice President Sara Duterte said she has no plans to watch President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday.
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Marcos: US-backed ammo hub part of defense plan since last year

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. clarified during a press briefing in Washington that the US-backed ammunition manufacturing hub planned for Subic Bay has been part of the Self-Reliant Defense Posture program since nearly a year ago.
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