Russian submarine makes ‘very worrisome’ surfacing to the west of Philippines
The Philippine navy said it dispatched an aircraft and a warship to ‘monitor and address’ the submarine.
Chinese military conducts patrol near disputed Scarborough shoal
China’s air-and-sea patrol took place as a U.S. carrier strike group entered the South China Sea.
Indonesia hasn’t signed a new weapons deal with Russia: ministry
Russian media said last week Indonesia had asked to buy weapons.
Malaysia, Vietnam elevate ties amid South China Sea tensions
Both claimant-nations agree to work closer on settlement of disputes, security issues in the South China Sea.
Philippines, US, Japan stage joint naval maneuvers in South China Sea
The activity comes amid a confrontation between Philippine, Chinese vessels around Scarborough Shoal this week.
Indonesia’s maritime deal with China: Analysts worry on sovereignty issues
The official’s explanation was weak, but saving grace may be that no joint projects have begun, analysts say.
China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea confrontation
A maritime confrontation occurred near the disputed Scarborough Shoal.
China ‘deposits’ statement regarding disputed Scarborough shoal to UN
Beijing announced last month the baselines of its territorial sea around the shoal to strengthen its claim.
Vietnam’s leader visits island in Tonkin Gulf near China
To Lam urged the district government to make Bach Long Vi a ‘fortress’ to defend sovereignty.
Malaysia protests new Philippine maritime zones laws for South China Sea
The action comes about a week after Kuala Lumpur filed a similar complaint against Vietnam.
