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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 6, 2023
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Japan, US, the Philippines Drill in the South China Sea; China Contests US Position on Territorial Disputes

Japan, US, the Philippines Drill in the South China Sea; China Contests US Position on Territorial Disputes

The South China Sea dispute revolves around competing territorial claims and sovereignty over numerous islands and reefs. China’s assertiveness in these claims, particularly its expansive “nine-dash line” assertion, has raised concerns globally. These claims overlap with the exclusive economic zones (EEZs) of neighboring nations, fueling longstanding disputes and drawing the ire of the international community, […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 6, 2023
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US Joins China Map Row, Slams It as ‘Unlawful’ Bid to Crumble ‘International Sovereignty’

US Joins China Map Row, Slams It as 'Unlawful' Bid to Crumble 'International Sovereignty'

Maps have traditionally served as tools of navigation and geopolitical representation, reflecting the ambitions, disputes, and territorial aspirations of nations. In recent times, these maps have assumed a more prominent role, particularly in disputes concerning territorial boundaries and maritime domains. The South China Sea, a region rife with competing territorial claims, has become a focal […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 6, 2023
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Marcos Jr. Asserts Need for South China Sea COC ‘Anchored in Law’

Marcos Jr. Asserts Need for South China Sea COC 'Anchored in Law'

To address this volatility and the potential for conflict, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has championed the need for a Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea. The goal is to establish a legal framework that can facilitate conflict resolution, define the rights and responsibilities of involved parties, and offer mechanisms […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 6, 2023
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Marcos Jr Hits Militarization, Dangerous Maneuvers in South China Sea

Marcos Jr Hits Militarization, Dangerous Maneuvers in South China Sea

The South China Sea, bordered by multiple nations including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, holds immense strategic importance due to its abundant natural resources and vital role as a trade route. However, competing territorial claims have engendered conflicts, rendering it a contentious geopolitical arena. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has articulated two primary […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 4, 2023
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Marcos to Raise Chinese Incursions and 10-Dash Line Map in ASEAN Summit

Marcos to Raise Chinese Incursions and 10-Dash Line Map in ASEAN Summit

The South China Sea is a strategically vital waterway, rich in resources and a major trade route. However, it is also a region of overlapping territorial claims involving China, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Brunei. China’s expansive territorial claims have raised concerns about its intentions in the area. China’s controversial maritime claims have historically […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- September 3, 2023
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Military Commanders of Japan, US, Philippines, and Australia Fly Over South China Sea

Military Commanders of Japan, US, Philippines, and Australia Fly Over South China Sea

The significance of this joint mission cannot be overstated. The South China Sea is an area of immense strategic importance, known for its vast resources and contested territories. Multiple nations, including China, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Brunei, lay claims to various islands and waters within the region. China, in particular, has been actively […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- August 31, 2023
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PH Rejects New Chinese Map Over West PH Sea Claims

PH Rejects New Chinese Map Over West PH Sea Claims

The West Philippine Sea, situated within the South China Sea, has remained a focal point of territorial disputes for decades. Rich in valuable resources like fisheries and potential oil and gas reserves, it’s an area of immense strategic importance, triggering overlapping claims from various nations including the Philippines, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan. China […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- August 30, 2023
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Malaysia Rejects New Chinese Map Over South China Sea Claims

Malaysia Rejects New Chinese Map Over South China Sea Claims

The South China Sea dispute involves multiple countries, including China, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Brunei, and Malaysia, all laying claim to different parts of this economically vital waterway. This has led to overlapping territorial claims and simmering tensions in the region, with significant implications for global trade. China’s assertiveness in the South China Sea is […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- August 30, 2023
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New Resupply Mission to Ayungin Shoal Successful – WPS Task Force Ensures Continued Presence and Sovereignty

New Resupply Mission to Ayungin Shoal Successful

The successful execution of this resupply mission not only ensures the well-being of the stationed personnel but also sends a strong message about the nation’s commitment to asserting its territorial claims in the WPS. Ayungin Shoal, known as Second Thomas Shoal internationally, is a submerged reef in the South China Sea. It falls within the […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- August 29, 2023
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Filipino and Aussie Troops Successfully Conduct ‘Exercise Alon’

Filipino and Aussie Troops Successfully Conduct 'Exercise Alon'

‘Exercise Alon’ holds a profound significance as it underscores the robust and enduring partnership between the Philippines and Australia, both nations sharing a rich history of cooperation across various domains, with their military alliance standing as a pivotal pillar in the realm of regional security. The overarching objectives of ‘Exercise Alon’ revolve around several key […]

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