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Tag: South China Sea
US military says a Chinese fighter jet came close to B-52 bomber
[ad_1] A Chinese fighter jet came within 10 feet of an American B-52 bomber flying over the South China Sea, nearly causing an accident, the US military said, underscoring the…
China and Philippines boats clash in disputed South China Sea area
[ad_1] China’s sweeping territorial claims in the South China Sea, including over islands closer to the Philippine shore, have raised tensions in the area. ADVERTISEMENT A Chinese coast guard ship…
Chinese residents are revenge-shopping for insurance policies in Hong Kong
[ad_1] Long lines formed outside Hong Kong bank branches this week—although luckily for the world economy, they weren’t a sign of bank runs. Should you buy McDonald’s and Caterpillar stock…
Typhoon Koinu heads toward southern China, Hong Kong; 1 dead in Taiwan
[ad_1] A typhoon headed toward southern China and Hong Kong on Friday after bringing record-breaking winds and leaving one dead in Taiwan. Typhoon Koinu was weakening as it headed west…
Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam and Taiwan join India in rejecting China’s new map
[ad_1] China’s new national map, which includes disputed territories in the South China Sea, has been met with protests from several Southeast Asian countries. After India, the Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan…
Australian and Filipino troops hold exercises in South China Sea
[ad_1] Australian and Filipino troops have held joint military exercises near a flashpoint in the South China Sea which is claimed by China Australian and Filipino troops have been holding…
Gun boats and diplomacy in the South China sea
[ad_1] China’s territorial claims over a shoal of tiny islands sparks a diplomatic row in Manila The Philippine government summoned the Chinese ambassador on Monday to convey a diplomatic protest…
A new luxury hotel is opening near Singapore — but you’ll need a boat to reach it
[ad_1] A rendering of an overwater villa on Nirup Island, Indonesia, set to open in late 2024. Source: PT. Tritunas Sinar Benua Travelers from Singapore will soon have a new…