By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, Reporter SECURITY and foreign policy experts on Wednesday urged President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to partner with as many countries as possible to deter China’s aggression in the South China Sea. “Multilateralism will counterbalance too much dependence in the United States,” Chester B. Cabalza, who studied national security and policymaking […]
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Manila files diplomatic protest over China ‘harassment’ at sea
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES on Tuesday filed a diplomatic protest against China after accusing it of trying to block a resupply ship at the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. In a statement, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it had filed the protest before the Chinese Embassy […]
Marcos: Increased US access to bases not meant to worsen tensions
PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Sunday said the government’s decision to give the United States access to four more military bases is not meant to increase tensions in the South China Sea. “It’s a valid concern and is something that we have to pay attention to,” he told reporters on his return flight […]
Philippine-China economic ties may persist amid US presence
By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES under President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. would probably keep close economic ties with China despite a security partnership with the United States, according to political analysts. But increasing tensions in the South China Sea and Manila’s involvement in the China-Taiwan conflict pose threats to their relationship, they […]
Soccsksargen signs deals vs wildlife trafficking
THE DEPARTMENT of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Soccsksargen regional office has signed agreements with air and sea port authorities to beef up border checks against wildlife trafficking. The Mindanao State University (MSU), meanwhile, has launched its Center for Biodiversity Studies in General Santos City, which will do research on the region’s three protected areas. […]
Philippines urged to hold joint patrols to keep China at bay
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter A SECURITY expert on Monday accused China of trying to co-opt top Philippine politicians and business leaders to boost its maritime interests, calling for increased cooperation with the US and Australia to deflect the strategy. Chinese operation is all about propaganda and influencing leadership, Rommel Jude G. Ong, a […]
China still keen on exploration talks with Philippines — envoy
By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, Reporter CHINA is still committed to pursue joint oil exploration activities in the South China Sea with the Philippines and other claimant states, a Chinese envoy said on Thursday, after the Philippine Supreme Court voided a similar deal inked in 2005. “China remains committed to properly handle maritime disputes in […]
Fund under SZCDG acquires 69.35% equity interest in China South City Xi’an for RMB5 billion; Further strengthening cooperation between the two parties and boosting the future development
EQS Newswire / 10/01/2023 / 10:00 UTC+8 Fund under SZCDG acquires 69.35% equity interest in China South City Xi’an for RMB5 billion Further strengthening cooperation between the two parties and boosting the future development of China South City China South City (SEHK stock code: 1668.HK) recently announced that China South International, a direct wholly-owned […]
Journalists detained over footage appearing to show South Sudan president wet himself
NAIROBI — Six journalists in South Sudan have been detained over the circulation of footage showing President Salva Kiir appearing to wet himself at an official event, the national journalists union said on Saturday. The footage from December showed a dark stain spread down the 71-year-old president’s grey trousers as he stood for the national […]
Marcos: China wants compromise to ease South China Sea tensions
By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza and Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporters CHINESE President Xi Jinping has vowed to “find a compromise” to ease tensions in the South China Sea, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. said on Wednesday after meeting with the Chinese leader in Beijing. In a video released by the presidential palace in Manila, […]
Fund under SZCDG invests RMB5 billion for 69.35% equity interest in China South City Xi’an, Further strengthening cooperation between the two parties
Hong Kong, PRC, Jan 5, 2023 – (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – China South City Holdings Limited (the “Company” or the “Group”, SEHK stock code: 1668.HK) is pleased to announce that China South International, a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, has entered into an investment agreement with Shenzhen Shenji No.1 Industrial Park Investment and […]
Marcos vows to improve economic ties with China
PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Wednesday vowed to improve ties with China and explore more areas of economic cooperation in the post-coronavirus pandemic era. Mr. Marcos made the commitment at a meeting with Li Zhanshu, chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, which is equivalent to the Philippine Legislature. During […]
PHL, China foreign ministries to sign accord for ‘direct communication’ on sea incidents
THE FOREIGN ministers of the Philippines and China will sign an agreement during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s state visit to China next week to open direct communication lines and avoid tensions in Philippine-claimed areas in the South China Sea, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The agreement, which will be signed by […]
PHL signs ODA deal with South Korea for loans of up to $3 billion
THE PHILIPPINES has signed a framework agreement with South Korea that could lead to official development assistance (ODA) loans of up to $3 billion, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said in a statement. The Framework Arrangement Concerning Loans from the Economic Development Cooperation Fund will remain effective until 2026. “This Framework Arrangement amounts to […]
Defense dep’t orders tighter military watch in West PHL Sea
THE DEPARTMENT of National Defense has ordered the military to strengthen its presence in the West Philippine Sea, the territory the country claims within the South China Sea, following reports of increased Chinese activity in the area. “Any encroachment in the West Philippine Sea or reclamation on the features therein is a threat to the […]
US backs PHL Senate in China condemnation over sea row
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter THE UNITED States has backed the Philippine Senate’s condemnation of China for what they described as harassment and encroachment in Philippine maritime territories in the highly disputed South China Sea, according to a statement released by the US Department of State. “We join our Philippine allies in calling on […]
China likely to just snub PHL senators’ tirade on sea incident
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter CHINA could not be expected to change its stance and course of action in disputed parts of the South China Sea after Philippine senators signed a resolution on Wednesday condemning what they called harassment and encroachment by Chinese vessels in Philippine maritime territory. “Probably not,” said Herman Joseph S. […]
South Korea expresses interest in renewables dev’t after PHL opens up foreign investment
THE DEPARTMENT of Energy (DoE) said South Korea is exploring “practical ways to cooperate” with the Philippines to help the latter achieve energy security via renewable energy, which was recently opened up to 100% foreign investment. Soonchang Hong, Minister Counselor of the Korean Embassy, said during the 2022 Korea-Philippines Energy Forum Friday that the government […]
South China Sea Code of Conduct still ‘very far’ from completion
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter AN AGREEMENT between China and the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea remains far from being finalized, a Philippine diplomat said on Wednesday, despite the second reading of the draft nearing conclusion. “Honestly, I think we are still […]
Korea invites more tourists from Cebu; KTO hosts MICE seminar, weekend program
THE Korea Tourism Organization Manila Office (KTO Manila) recently hosted a weekend of events in Cebu, reminding Cebuanos of Korea as a top-tier tourist destination. On Nov. 18, the Korea MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) Seminar was held at the Marco Polo Plaza Cebu. During the afternoon session, KTO Manila hosted outbound travel agencies and […]