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Philippines says acts in national interest in South China Sea
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Philippines dismisses China’s claim that South China Sea incidents are ‘under the direction of other countries’
Statement comes after China accuses Philippines of ‘acting as others’ chess pieces’ regarding South China Sea dispute - Anadolu Ajansı
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Philippines Challenges China's South China Sea Stance
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AFP to China: Philippines is no one’s pawn
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) lashed back at China yesterday following Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent statements that the Philippines’ actions in the South China Sea are mere theater in coordination with other countries.
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Beijing slams Lammy for 'sowing discord' with visit to South China Sea
China has hit out at Britain's Foreign Secretary for "sowing discord" with a visit to a contested site in the South China Sea.
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Philippines tells China: Maritime actions not 'theatre' but defense of sovereign rights
The Philippines has called out China's foreign minister for using "creative analogy" and wordplay to distract from the core issue in the South China Sea dispute — Beijing's continued refusal to comply with international law.

Philippines Says to Sign Troops Pact With Canada

Canada and Philippines will sign a key defense pact to boost combat drills and military ties
Philippines Says to Sign Troops Pact With Canada as Defence Ties Deepen
The Philippines and Canada are set to sign a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) after negotiations aimed at enhancing defence and security cooperation between the two nations, Manila's defence ministry said on Friday.
Canada, Philippines Advance Military Pact Amid China Tensions
The Philippines and Canada have concluded negotiations for a key military agreement, as Manila expands defense partnerships amid tensions with Beijing over the disputed South China Sea.