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In this handout photo released by Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippines BRP Jose Rizal, right, and USS Gabrielle Giffords during a tactical exercise between Philippines and the United States in the West Philippine Sea on Thursday Nov. 23, 2023.

US Navy ship ‘intruded’ in South China Sea waters, China says

The U.S. Navy said the ship “was conducting routine operations in international waters ... consistent with international law.”

6 days ago

US, Philippines conduct joint patrols in South China Sea near Taiwan

The patrols come days after Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called the situation in the South China Sea increasingly “dire.”

3 weeks ago

Biden, Xi agree to restart military communications

President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping left their first meeting in a year showcasing modest agreements to re-establish military communications.

By Didi Tang, The Associated Press

3 weeks ago

Biden seeks better military relations with China when he meets with Xi

The plan is to revive the regular talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, used to improve safety in the air and sea.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

4 weeks ago

Joint Chiefs chairman hopeful about resuming military talks with China

Gen. CQ Brown says he has conveyed his desire to restart the dialogue in a letter to his Chinese counterpart, and that he’s “hopeful.”

4 weeks ago

Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels in South China Sea

China has stood by its claim to virtually the entire South China Sea, clashing with its neighbors and drawing in the U.S., Manila’s treaty ally.

4 weeks ago

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