…Following reports of Chinese and Vietnamese vessels dumping cyanide into the waters surrounding the Scarborough Shoal (in a likely attempt to assert dominance and/or degrade/destroy the reef itself), diplomatic relations with Manila have deteriorated…

…Specifically, the new laws further cement the claims that have been made by the Philippines over the Scarborough Shoal, as well as the Spratly Islands. Azerbaijan: The COP29 climate summit continues in Baku, with most of…

…In the south, conflict with the Philippines has reignited following PLAN vessels both blockading Scarborough Shoal again, and indicating interest in Sabina Shoal (another potential site for China to create another artificial island). -HomeFront- USA: Demonstrations…

…The conflict at Scarborough Shoal has continued over the past few months, with confrontations between the Philippine Navy and Chinese Coast Guard vessels becoming more frequent. Yesterday, Two Chinese vessels were carrying out power-projection operations…