West Philippine Sea

Palace: Philippine interests protected in oil exploration talks with China

Malacañang assured Filipinos that the country's rights in the West Philippine Sea will be safeguarded, as Manila and Beijing began 'initial exchanges' on potential offshore oil and gas exploration.

PCG denies deal with China on maritime cooperation

March 21, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

The Philippine Coast Guard has distanced itself from a supposed maritime cooperation deal with China, including joint patrols in the West Philippine Sea, as announced by the Chinese ambassador. Rear Admiral Jay Tarriela said the PCG is not involved in crafting such plans. Tensions persist following incidents involving Chinese forces.

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Lawmaker urges house probe into China's signal jamming in West Philippine Sea

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Akbayan calls Tarriela's promotion a slap to China

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Lacson and Marcoleta trade barbs again over West Philippine Sea

Marcoleta says KIG remarks were made in jest

Sen. Rodante Marcoleta stated that his remarks about giving up the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) were made in jest and highly hypothetical. He made this clarification during a Senate committee hearing. The comments had drawn criticism from officials and experts.

Chinese warship challenges Philippine aircraft in Bajo de Masinloc

February 22, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

A Chinese Navy warship challenged a Philippine aircraft during a routine patrol near Bajo de Masinloc on Monday morning. For the first time, Philippine Coast Guard officials suspect possible signal jamming by China after Starlink connections repeatedly dropped in the area. The incident occurs amid ongoing tensions in the West Philippine Sea.

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