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West Philippine Sea

The West Philippine Sea is a focal point of maritime tensions, with the Philippine Navy and Coast Guard regularly monitoring and challenging the presence of Chinese vessels, including coast guard and military ships, near disputed territories. Recent activities highlight the Philippines' efforts to assert its sovereignty and maintain maritime domain awareness, supported by modernization efforts and international partnerships.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sun, December 7, 2025 at 1:38 AM

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Recent developments on West Philippine Sea

Sat, December 6, 2025 at 1:35 PM

PCG vessel pushes CCG ship away from Zambales coast

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully maneuvered its vessel, BRP Cape San Agustin, to push a China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel farther away from the Zambales coastline.

Thu, December 4, 2025 at 11:53 AM

Tropical Depression Wilma prompts TCWS No. 1 in 14 areas

Tropical Depression Wilma has prompted PAGASA to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 in fourteen areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Tue, December 2, 2025 at 2:25 PM

Philippine Navy commissions second Miguel Malvar-class frigate BRP Diego Silang

The Philippine Navy has commissioned its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-077), into active service during a ceremony at Naval Operating Base-Subic, Zambales.

Tue, December 2, 2025 at 11:51 AM

Philippine Navy monitored 19 PLA warships in WPS in November

The Philippine Navy monitored 19 People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy warships in the West Philippine Sea during November 2025.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 12:42 PM

Marcos Jr. tells new AFP officers to be loyal to country, not individuals

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged newly-commissioned officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to be loyal to the country and not to any individual or faction, emphasizing their role in nation-building.

Sun, November 30, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Philippine, Japan navies conduct joint maritime drills in West Philippine Sea

The Philippine and Japanese militaries have successfully conducted their third joint Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea, signaling a significant advancement in their defense collaboration.

Sun, November 30, 2025 at 7:26 PM

PCG ship blocks 3 Chinese vessels from PH waters

A Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel, the BRP Cabra, blocked three Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ships from approaching Zambales, maintaining a distance of 85 to 100 nautical miles from the country's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 3:25 AM

Tropical Storm Verbena makes 7th landfall in Palawan, nears severe tropical storm strength

Tropical Storm Verbena made its seventh landfall in Linapacan, Palawan, before moving into the West Philippine Sea.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 2:41 AM

Tropical Storm Verbena remains over West Philippine Sea, Signal No. 2 up over northern Palawan

Tropical Storm Verbena continues to move over the West Philippine Sea, with Signal No. 2 still in effect over the northern part of mainland Palawan.

Tue, November 25, 2025 at 8:36 PM

Tropical Storm Verbena nears Palawan, may intensify to severe tropical storm

Tropical Storm Verbena intensified and was approaching Palawan's Calamian Islands and northern mainland, with Signal No. 2 raised over these areas and Signal No. 1 over other parts of Luzon and Visayas.