US, Philippines Form Military Task Force for Areas Including South China Sea, Pentagon Says

(Reuters) -The United States and the Philippines have formed a new joint task force to strengthen cooperation and increase ...

U.S. plans "show of force" against Chinese aggression in South China Sea as Trump, Xi to meet, sources say

The move, if it occurs, would be in response to China's escalating hostilities near disputed waters as Trump is poised to meet with Xi, sources say.
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U.S., Malaysian defense chiefs renew commitment to security in South China Sea, vow to deepen cooperation

The defense chiefs of the United States and Malaysia on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to maritime security in the ...

China's Military Build-Up Demands Response, Australia Defence Minister Says

SYDNEY (Reuters) -The work of Australia's defence force to protect its sea trade routes, including through the South China ...

Vietnam Is Building Islands to Challenge China’s Hold on a Vital Waterway

The contested South China Sea boasts rich oil and gas reserves and could play a key role in a conflict over Taiwan.
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Hegseth unleashes diatribe over China's activities in South China Sea, calls for concerted efforts

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday lashed out at China for its military activities in the South China Sea, ...
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Philippines Stages Naval And Air Drills With US, Australia And New Zealand In South China Sea

The Armed Forces of the Philippines conducted joint naval and air exercises with the United States, Australia, and New ...

U.S. Navy Helicopter and Fighter Jet Both Crash in 30 Minutes

A U.S. Navy helicopter and a fighter jet crashed within 30 minutes of each other during two separate incidents in the South ...