South China Sea, Sabina Shoal
Philippines stands firm on Sabina Shoal but looks to ease tension with China
The Philippines will stick to its position on Sabina Shoal, it said on Thursday, even while exploring ways to ease tension in the area during "frank and candid" talks with China on managing disputes in the key waterway of the South China Sea.
China, Philippines agree to keep talking after ‘candid’ Sabina Shoal discussions
Conciliatory tone of BCM meetings contrasts with rising tensions between the two countries’ coastguards and naval vessels in disputed waters.
China and Philippines Hold 'Frank' Talks on Disputed Sabina Shoal
Both countries agreed to continue their dialogue through diplomatic channels. Xianbin Reef, also known as Sabina Shoal, is in disputed waters of the South China Sea near the Spratly Islands, which China calls the Nansha Islands.
Philippines Reasserts Stance on Sabina Shoal Amid Tensions with China
The Philippines has reaffirmed its stance on Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea, despite ongoing efforts with China to reduce tensions. During a recent bilateral consultation in China, both nations agreed to continue dialogues on cooperation in several areas including maritime scientific endeavors and coast guard collaborations.
South China Sea: Philippines, Beijing hold ‘frank’ talks amid Sabina Shoal feud
The meeting came at a time of heightened tensions in Sabina Shoal, where the two nations have accused each other of ramming their vessels.
Philippines, China hold "frank, candid" talks amidst standoff on Sabina Shoal
China who was represented by Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong at the meeting reiterated its principled position on Xianbin Jiao, (the Chinese name for the Sabina Shoal) and urged the Philippines to immediately withdraw the vessels concerned, the Global Times reported.
PH Navy: 71 of 203 Chinese ships in WPS seen in Sabina Shoal
A total of 203 Chinese ships were spotted in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) from Aug. 27 to Sept. 2, the Philippine Navy (PN) said Tuesday. This is significantly higher than the 163 vessels observed from Aug.
China, Philippines hold ‘candid’ talks on disputed shoal
China on Wednesday said it held “candid” high-level talks with the Philippines on South China Sea issues, in particular over a disputed reef that has been the scene of recent bilateral clashes. Chinese vice foreign minister Chen Xiaodong met with his Philippine counterpart Maria Theresa Lazaro in Beijing,
Philippines, China hold 'frank' talks on Sabina Shoal
China's vice foreign minister and his Philippine counterpart have had a "frank and in-depth" exchange on sea-related issues, in particular the issue of the disputed Sabina Shoal, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
South China Sea: how should the Philippines respond to China’s Sabina Shoal moves?
The escalating conflict raises urgent questions about Manila’s long-term strategy and approach to safeguarding its territorial rights.
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A Timeline of the 2024 Sabina Shoal Standoff
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Tensions Persist Over Sabina Shoal Amid Manila-Beijing Talks
The Philippines remains firm on its stance regarding Sabina Shoal while seeking to ease tensions through discussions with China. During talks, both nations reaffirmed their positions and explored ...
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