⚖️Philippine Security Official Urges Immediate Expulsion of Chinese Diplomats Over Leaked Phone Call.

South China Sea: Why are tensions between China and the Philippines rising?
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Philippines and U.S. Strengthen Defense Ties, Eye China's Influence with Caution.

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  • At the conclusion of annual exercises with the United States on May 10, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro stated that the Philippine military must quickly adapt due to threats to a "free and open" Asia-Pacific region. [Read more]

  • In response to a reported leak of a phone conversation between a Chinese diplomat and a Filipino admiral regarding South China Sea disputes that have strained diplomatic ties, a top Philippine security official demanded on Friday that Chinese diplomats be immediately expelled. [ Read more]

  • The Department of Foreign Affairs cautions against falling for false narratives on the alleged recording of a conversation between a chinese diplomat and the AFP western command. [Read more]

  • The national security adviser said the audio recording of a phone call between a Chinese diplomat and a Philippine military official about a South China Sea deal “should not be allowed to pass unsanctioned,” calling for the immediate expulsion of all parties.[ Read more]

  • Beijing may be using “deepfake” audio recording to fabricate proof of a “new model” arrangement between a Chinese diplomat and the head of the AFP Western Command (Wescom) to manage tension at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, according to the Philippine Armed Forces chief. [Read more]

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  • Beijing's threat to publish a phone conversation with a Philippine military official about a South China Sea deal is unusual and could escalate tensions with Manila, observers say. [Read more]

  • On Friday, the Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army said it closely monitored and "drove away" USS Halsey that entered Paracel Islands territorial waters on May 10. [Read more]

  • Beijing is expected to retaliate against the Philippines for tightening visa requirements for Chinese nationals, as the two countries are at odds over South China Sea territorial disputes and an increase in the number of Chinese residents in Cagayan province. [Read more]

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  • Chinese fighter jet flares targeted an Australian navy helicopter in international waters, prompting analysts to say China continues "incredibly aggressive" military actions. The Canberra government called it dangerous and unprofessional. [Read more]

  • Flight records show that a U.S. military aircraft flew hourslong reconnaissance sorties along China's coastline on at least three days this week, including one time when the Chinese navy tested its advanced new aircraft carrier. [Read more]

U.S. Navy Destroyer Conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation in the South China Sea.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 10, 2024) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) conducts routine underway operations in the South China Sea, May 10, 2024. Halsey is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ismael Martinez)

Photo by: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Ismael Martinez

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