China, Beijing and Manila

Philippines to Pick Venue Soon for Second South China Sea Case Against Beijing
The Philippines alleges Chinese activities, including dredging, coral harvesting, and the construction of artificial islands, have caused significant and irreversible damage to coral reefs and marine biodiversity. China has accused the Philippines of causing damage to the Second Thomas Shoal by intentionally grounding a warship there in 1999.
Rubio backs Manila, condemns Beijing’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea
The US secretary of state opens his term by reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the Philippines and other regional allies.
Beijing and Manila promise further South China Sea talks despite row over 'monster ship'
Beijing and Manila have agreed to continue talks on settling their territorial differences despite Philippine protests about the presence of a Chinese "monster ship" near the contested Scarborough Shoal.
Rubio Says US Committed to Philippines in Call About China's 'Dangerous' Actions
New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed China's "dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea" with his Philippine counterpart on Wednesday and underscored the "ironclad" U.S.
Rubio Affirms 'Ironclad' US Commitment To Philippines
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday the United States under President Donald Trump remained committed to the Philippines' defense, as tensions simmer with Beijing in the South China Sea.
U.S. Secretary Rubio Reaffirms Defense Commitment to the Philippines Amid Tensions with China
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Chinas dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea during a call with Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, reaffirming Washingtons ironclad
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114 nabbed in Metro Manila for illegal gambling
Over 100 people were arrested as the National Capital Region Police Office conducted an intensified crackdown on illegal gambling, the NCRPO reported yesterday. Police said 114 people were nabbed in ...
Filipina tourist hit by train in Taiwan out of danger, says Manila Economic and Cultural Office
MANILA: The Filipina tourist who was hit by a train in Taiwan is now out of danger, but she needs at least two weeks to ...
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Maroon 5 kicks off Asia tour in Manila
After kicking off their Maroon 5 Asia 2025 tour in Manila, Maroon 5 will head to Jakarta on Feb. 1, Bangkok on Feb. 3, Tokyo on Feb. 6, 8 and 9, Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 12, and Kaohsiung on Feb. 14. For ...
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New Manila ferry system seen approved mid-2025
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) expects to deliver the feasibility study for a new and improved ferry system in Mega Manila within the first semester of 2025. This makes the DOTr confident it ...
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New high school building breaks ground in Manila
A new seven-story high school building worth more than PHP298.96 million will soon rise in Manila. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna ...
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From K-Dramas to Manila: EGGDROP Lands with a Sizzle in the Philippines
Opening Day of EGGDROP’s First Philippine Store, December 2024 (Photo: © EGGDROP Corp.) Egg-citement at SM Mall of Asia.
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Rubio Affirms Washington's Ties With Manila in Call With Philippines FM - TaiwanPlus News
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held a first phone call with the Philippines’ foreign minister, telling him the Trump ...
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Conrad Manila unveils 'Of Art and Wine'
Conrad Manila welcomes the Year of the Wood Snake as it unveils its latest art exhibit, Machine of Thoughts, as part of the ...