Philippines Resolute on China Sea Claims Amid Rising Tensions with China
President Marcos Jr. holds talks with US Vice-President Kamala Harris, as analysts warn China's aggressive stance could push countries towards the West.
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has reiterated that the Philippines will not give up any territory in the South China Sea, amid escalating tensions with China.
- Marcos Jr. has held talks with US Vice-President Kamala Harris, discussing potential ways forward on the South China Sea situation.
- Recent incidents have seen Chinese ships chasing and encircling Philippine vessels near the Second Thomas Shoal in the contested Spratly Islands.
- The Philippines has been strengthening its military ties with the US and its allies, including conducting joint patrols with Australia and signing a security cooperation agreement with Japan.
- Analysts suggest that China's aggressive campaign in the South China Sea could risk its influence dwindling and countries gravitating towards the West.
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