Experts say the move is a declaration of self-reliance and a calculated gamble amid mounting tensions in the South China Sea.

Warns of consequences if Manila 'refuses to change course' China issued a stern warning to the Philippines over its planned ...

China issued a stern warning to the Philippines over the deployment of the US-made Typhon mid-range missile system, urging ...

Manila had promised the Typhon system deployed on its soil for annual joint military exercises in April would be pulled out ...

China has ramped up pressure on the Philippines to withdraw the US Typhon missile system stationed there, warning of "arms race risks" in the region. Beijing's foreign ministry on Thursday also ...

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A House leader on Thursday expressed his full support for Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. for his efforts to safeguard ...

China urges the Philippines to embrace 'peaceful development' after Manila deploys a U.S. missile system during military ...

China warns against the Philippines' deployment of the U.S. Typhon missile system during military exercises, citing risks of ...

China's foreign ministry on Thursday urged the Philippines to return to "peaceful development", saying Manila's decision to ...