China, Rubio and Manila

Rubio backs Manila, condemns Beijing’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea
The US secretary of state opens his term by reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the Philippines and other regional allies.
Rubio Says US Committed to Philippines in Call About China's 'Dangerous' Actions
(Reuters) - New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed China's "dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea" with his Philippine counterpart on Wednesday and underscored the "ironclad" U.S. defense commitment to Manila.
Beijing and Manila promise further South China Sea talks despite row over 'monster ship'
Beijing and Manila have agreed to continue talks on settling their territorial differences despite Philippine protests about the presence of a Chinese "monster ship" near the contested Scarborough Shoal.
Trump admin affirms ‘ironclad’ commitment to PH amid China’s ‘dangerous’ actions
The United States under the administration of newly-inaugurated President Donald Trump affirmed its “ironclad commitment” to the Philippines amid the “dangerous” actions of China in the South China Sea.
Manila, Beijing hold talks on South China Sea
Officials from the Philippines and China have held talks on the disputed South China Sea. Manila expressed "serious concern" over Beijing's deployment of its largest coast guard ship in Philippine waters.
Rubio Slams China, Vows ‘Ironclad’ Defense for Philippines
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized Beijing’s “dangerous and destabilizing” actions in the South China Sea in his early days in office, while reaffirming Washington’s “ironclad” commitment to defend the Philippines.
Rubio affirms "ironclad" US commitment to Philippines as tensions rise with China
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US remained committed to the Philippines' defense as tensions simmer with Beijing in the South China Sea.
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Trump administration promises ‘ironclad’ support for Philippines’ security
Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticised China’s ‘dangerous’ actions towards the Philippines in the South China Sea.
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Satellite Photo Captures US Ally's Standoff With China's 'Monster Ship'
The 540-foot coast guard cutter has been operating within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone for over three weeks.
Opinion | Manila and Beijing can still choose cooperation over conflict
While violent clashes and bilateral disputes between Manila and Beijing have reached new heights, so can economic engagement.
Philippines alarmed after China sends ‘monster ship’ to disputed shoal
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines accused China on Tuesday of intimidating its fishermen at a disputed South China Sea ...
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Beijing sets up national AI investment fund
CHINA'S national artificial intelligence (AI) industry investment fund partnership was recently set up, billed at 60.06 billion yuan ($8.21 billion), the Securities Times reported on Monday.
The South China Sea Comes to a Boil
Chinese Coast Guard ships fire water cannons at Unaizah May 4, a Philippine Navy chartered vessel, conducting a routine ...
US Ally Seizes China Military Spy Car
Military bases jointly operated by U.S. and Philippine forces were among the sensitive sites where the car allegedly ...
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Does China control the Panama Canal, as Trump claims?
US President Donald Trump's threat to seize the Panama Canal over alleged undue Chinese influence may really be aimed at ...