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- September 27, 2023
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Philippines Files Diplomatic Protest Against China Over Floating Barrier

Philippines Files Diplomatic Protest Against China Over Floating Barrier

The floating barrier in question, which measures approximately 1.3 kilometers in length, was first reported by Filipino fishermen who encountered it while fishing near Recto Bank, an area the Philippines considers part of its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Recto Bank is known for its rich fishing grounds and potential oil and natural gas reserves. The […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 27, 2023
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France Vows to Lend a Hand in PH’s Quest for Submarine Force Development

France Vows to Lend a Hand in PH’s Quest for Submarine Force Development

The Philippines, an archipelagic nation situated in Southeast Asia, boasts a vast and strategically important maritime domain. With a coastline spanning over 36,000 kilometers and a vast expanse of territorial waters, the country’s security and sovereignty rely heavily on the strength of its maritime forces. As regional dynamics evolve, enhancing naval capabilities, particularly the introduction […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 27, 2023
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New C-208 Reconnaissance Plane to Help Secure PH Maritime Domains

New C-208 Reconnaissance Plane to Help Secure PH Maritime Domains

The C-208 Caravan is a versatile aircraft known for its durability and cost-effectiveness. Its long endurance allows it to conduct extended surveillance missions, covering vast maritime areas efficiently. Equipped with various sensor packages, including maritime patrol radars and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) cameras, it can gather crucial information about vessels and maritime activities. This aircraft’s adaptability and […]

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- September 26, 2023
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Philippine Coast Guard Removes Fishing Barrier ‘Installed by China’ in Disputed Shoal

Philippine Coast Guard Removes Fishing Barrier 'Installed by China' in Disputed Shoal

The backdrop to this incident is the longstanding dispute over the Scarborough Shoal, referred to as Huangyan Island in China and Panatag Shoal in the Philippines. For decades, this small yet strategically vital landmass has been a bone of contention between the two nations. Both countries assert historical and legal rights to this area, representing […]

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- September 26, 2023
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Japan on China’s Floating Barrier: We Oppose Any Actions that Increase Tensions in the South China Sea

Japan on China's Floating Barrier: We Oppose Any Actions that Increase Tensions in the South China Sea

The South China Sea has emerged as a focal point of international concern due to its strategic importance, encompassing vast fisheries, major shipping lanes, and substantial energy resources. However, disputes over territorial claims involving nations such as China, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Brunei have fueled ongoing tensions. China has played a prominent role […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 26, 2023
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Philippines Says No Standoff with China After Removal of Floating Barrier in South China Sea

Philippines Says No Standoff with China After Removal of Floating Barrier in South China Sea

The South China Sea has been a contentious area for years, with multiple countries, including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, asserting territorial claims over various islands and waters within the region. These disputes have often led to confrontations, military posturing, and diplomatic tensions. The recent incident involves the removal of a floating […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 26, 2023
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China Warns Philippines Over Reef Dispute

China Warns Philippines Over Reef Dispute

The South China Sea is a strategically vital waterway in Southeast Asia, through which a significant portion of the world’s trade passes. It is also rich in natural resources, including oil and gas reserves, making it a region of immense economic and geopolitical importance. Several nations, including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 26, 2023
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PH Coast Guard Says Removal of Floating Barrier Shows PH Assertion of Its Rights in Scarborough Shoal

PH Coast Guard Says Removal of Floating Barrier Shows PH Assertion of Its Rights in Scarborough Shoal

The Scarborough Shoal, located approximately 120 nautical miles west of the Philippines’ Zambales province, has been a source of tension in the South China Sea. Both the Philippines and China have historical claims to the shoal, and this overlapping territorial dispute has resulted in standoffs and diplomatic tensions over the years. In 2016, an international […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 26, 2023
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Chased-away Filipino Fisherman Navigates Dangerous Waters Around Chinese Coast Guard Ship

Chased-away Filipino Fisherman Navigates Dangerous Waters Around Chinese Coast Guard Ship

The South China Sea has long been a contentious area, with overlapping territorial claims by several nations, including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Taiwan. At the heart of this dispute are potentially vast reserves of natural resources, including fish stocks, oil, and natural gas. The ambiguity and competing claims have led to a complex […]

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- September 26, 2023
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PH Security Adviser Condemns China Coast Guard Actions vs. Pinoy Fishers

PH Security Adviser Condemns China Coast Guard Actions vs. Pinoy Fishers

The South China Sea is a highly contested region, with several countries, including the Philippines and China, laying claim to various parts of it. These disputes primarily revolve around the ownership of islands, reefs, and the rights to exploit the rich fishing grounds and potential energy resources found in the area. China’s expansive territorial claims, […]

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