Vice President Sara Duterte challenged Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro to identify government officials defending China on the West Philippine Sea issue, suggesting even President Marcos might be suspected.

The Philippine Sea is being analyzed as a potential primary battleground for the People's Liberation Army's aircraft carriers should a war with Taiwan occur. This comes as the PLA increasingly expands its presence in the western Pacific.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. stated that Beijing must alter its behavior in the West Philippine Sea before any reset of bilateral ties can occur. He emphasized that the Philippines will not compromise on its sovereignty and sovereign rights.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro participated in the Kapihan sa Manila Bay forum, where he was expected to discuss national security issues, including developments in the West Philippine Sea.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is working to designate ecologically significant areas in the Kalayaan Island Group as Marine Protected Areas.

A study by the University of the Philippines has highlighted the significant marine ecosystem value of the West Philippine Sea. The research aims to inform government efforts to better maximize and protect resources in the contested waters.

Malacañang has reiterated that the 2016 Arbitral Award concerning the West Philippine Sea is not merely a 'piece of paper,' assuring that President Marcos will continue to protect the country's sovereign rights.

An OCTA survey indicates that 66 percent of Filipinos support President Marcos' assertive response to the West Philippine Sea dispute. This shows strong public backing for his approach to the territorial row.

An analysis suggests China is shifting its approach in the West Philippine Sea, becoming more aggressive on social media while maintaining a quieter presence on the waters.

Philippine President Marcos concluded his official visit to Canada, during which Canada affirmed its support for the West Philippine Sea.

Typhoon Francisco rapidly intensified into a super typhoon over the Philippine Sea, prompting Signal No. 1 warnings for several areas in the Philippines, including Batanes and Cagayan, which are expected to face heavy rain.

Members of the House of Representatives called for the immediate removal of a floating platform placed by the Chinese government within the waters of Panatag or Scarborough Shoal in the West Philippine Sea.

A recent poll indicates that Filipinos overwhelmingly support alliances with countries like the United States, Japan, and Australia to defend the West Philippine Sea. This reflects a strong public desire for international cooperation in safeguarding the nation's maritime claims.

The Philippines has accused China of constructing an artificial structure at the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, citing aerial monitoring by its National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea.

A new online platform, built on decades of research, allows users to explore the rich marine life of Pag-Asa Island in the West Philippine Sea, aiming to promote conservation.

The Atin Ito Coalition has declared its fourth civilian mission to the West Philippine Sea a success, stating that China failed to deter or intimidate the mission despite deploying warships, coast guard boats, a helicopter, and maritime militia vessels.

The 'Atin Ito' coalition has launched its fourth civilian mission to the West Philippine Sea, heading to Pag-asa Island to assert the Philippines' sovereignty amid ongoing Chinese incursions.

A think tank urged the Philippines to strengthen military cooperation with allies and maintain a firm defense posture in the West Philippine Sea. This comes as the country prepares for its largest-ever Balikatan exercises.

Cadets from the Philippine Military Academy visited Pagasa Island in the West Philippine Sea for a community outreach program. The event also provided them with an experience of life in the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Manila has renewed its call for China to withdraw its vessels and cease "illegal, dangerous actions" in the West Philippine Sea, amidst President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s efforts to reset ties with Beijing.

The Pentagon has dispatched specialized divers to the Philippine Sea to locate the remains of 250 Americans lost on a 'Hell Ship' in 1944.

The Philippine Coast Guard has denied claims by the Chinese ambassador of a maritime cooperation deal with China, including joint patrols in the West Philippine Sea, distancing itself from such an agreement.

Most Filipinos support the continued public disclosure of China’s actions in the West Philippine Sea even as the Philippines hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations this year, according to a Pulse Asia survey.

Espionage activities uncovered by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) included gathering information about troops in the BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin Shoal.

Scientists from the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute have identified a region in the southern Philippine Sea with significant potential for renewable ocean energy, following a deep-sea expedition.

The Philippines will continue using its transparency policy as a cornerstone strategy for countering China’s gray zone activities in the West Philippine Sea, National Security Adviser Eduardo Año said.

Inquirer.net has been recognized by the Philippine Coast Guard-West Philippine Sea Transparency Group (PCG-WPSTG) for its significant contributions to covering maritime issues in the West Philippine Sea.

Chinese officials have agreed to prioritize backchannel dialogues over public squabbling to de-escalate tensions in the West Philippine Sea, Sen. Erwin Tulfo said yesterday following a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan.

Exclusive | U.S. Smuggled Thousands of Starlink Terminals Into Iran After Protest Crackdown  The Wall Street Journal

Rear Admiral Jay Tristan Tarriela, Coast Guard spokesman for the West Philippine Sea, and PMA Superintendent Michael Logico warned cadets about disinformation and urged them to keep the maritime dispute above partisan politics.

Malacañang has supported Gibo Teodoro's call for government officials who prioritize China's interests over the Philippines' in the West Philippine Sea dispute to reveal themselves and resign.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. has called for government officials, especially elected ones, who side with China on the West Philippine Sea issue to consider resigning from their posts.

Ten years after the Arbitral Award on the West Philippine Sea, Filipino marine scientists are still awaiting programmed funding, raising questions about the government's support for their research.

The Philippines has officially filed a submission regarding its extended continental shelf in the West Philippine Sea, a culmination of 15 years of work by the National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) Extended Continental Shelf Technical Working Group.

After content creator LANS visited Pag-asa Island, pro-China accounts on Facebook launched attacks, accusing her of being US-funded and ignorant. These accounts also spread disinformation regarding the Philippines' claim on the West Philippine Sea.

Tropical Depression Josie has weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA) and is expected to dissipate over the Philippine Sea. This follows earlier forecasts that the Habagat (southwest monsoon) would weaken, reducing Josie's overall impact on the Philippines.

Aogashima, a unique island located about 350 kilometers south of Tokyo in the Philippine Sea, is home to only 170 people living in isolation on an active volcano. The island's unusual formation and remote location make it one of Japan's most extraordinary inhabited islands.

The Department of National Defense of the Philippines marked the 10th anniversary of the arbitral ruling, reaffirming its commitment to upholding the country's maritime rights in the West Philippine Sea.

A 2016 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration affirmed the Philippines' sovereign rights in its exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, concluding that China had violated these rights.

Philippine and US forces have successfully completed their fourth maritime cooperative activity in the West Philippine Sea this year, reinforcing their alliance and presence in the region.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. stated that sanctions imposed on him and his family by China were due to what Beijing called “erroneous statements,” which he maintained were rooted in his disclosures on illegal activities in the West Philippine Sea.

The University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute has launched a new webpage to highlight its decades of research on life and biodiversity in the Kalayaan Islands, part of the West Philippine Sea.

A commissioned survey by OCTA Research group indicates that a large majority of Filipinos support the conduct of joint military exercises in the West Philippine Sea.

Despite ongoing disagreements regarding the West Philippine Sea, the Philippines is actively working to attract more Chinese tourists to experience the country's culture and hospitality.

The Atin Ito coalition's fourth civilian-led mission to the West Philippine Sea successfully reached Pag-asa Island, making history despite the presence and shadowing of Chinese Coast Guard vessels.

An economist highlights the increased importance of the West Philippine Sea in addressing the current energy emergency, suggesting its utilization could avert a crisis.

China has been accused of a 'clear, deliberate act of bullying' after firing flares at a Philippine Coast Guard plane flying over Panganiban and Zamora reefs in the West Philippine Sea, which China has militarized.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued an Executive Order officially mandating the use of local Philippine names for more than 100 geographical features within the Kalayaan Island Group in the West Philippine Sea, a move that could impact maritime tensions.

Construction will soon begin on the first Catholic church on Pag-asa (Thitu) Island, aiming to reinforce Filipino presence in the West Philippine Sea for its permanent residents.

The Philippines has accused a Chinese navy ship of directing its fire control radar towards one of its vessels in the disputed South China Sea this month, calling the move 'provocative' and slamming China's actions.

Senators Rodante Marcoleta and Risa Hontiveros clashed over Marcoleta's use of the term 'satsat' (chatter) to describe officials and maritime experts defending the Philippines' position in the West Philippine Sea.

MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has taken control of three civilians who allegedly provided sensitive defense-related information to foreign contacts after they were flagged under the military’s Insider Threat Program, the Philippine Navy said on Friday. Navy spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Rear Adm. Roy Vincent Trinidad said the

PLDT Inc.'s wireless arm has successfully completed tests for satellite connectivity in municipalities near the West Philippine Sea, aiming to provide viable smart satellite services.

A Philippine lawmaker has called for a congressional investigation into reports of signal jamming affecting Filipino vessels near Panatag Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, allegedly by China.

MANILA, Philippines — The INQUIRER.net has been recognized by the Philippine Coast Guard – West Philippine Sea Transparency Group (PCG-WPSTG) for its vital role in covering matters in the WPS.  The award was presented during the celebration of the PCG-WPSTG’s second founding anniversary on Thursday. The recognition was personally received by its Editor-in-Chief, Abelardo Ulanday.  In recognizing the INQUIRER.net as

A nationwide mural contest backed by Philippine government agencies has been launched in Manila, the latest in a string of cultural initiatives aimed at shaping public narratives around the South China Sea dispute. Organised by a Manila-based maritime think tank and supported by state institutions including the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the competition invites artists, students and ordinary Filipinos to create large-scale works inspired by the “West Philippine Sea” – Manil...

Amid a never-ending word war between the Chinese embassy and Philippine officials, the DFA takes aim at 'self-styled experts'

Philippine Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro stated that individuals who refuse to acknowledge the Aquino-era order naming the West Philippine Sea meet the defense department's criteria for being considered 'pro-China'.

Malacañang has expressed support for Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro's call for state officials siding with China on the West Philippine Sea issue to resign. The Palace stated it sees nothing wrong with Teodoro's stance.

Four historic maps are being presented to demonstrate the Philippines' claim over the West Philippine Sea, including areas aggressively claimed by China such as Scarborough Shoal and the Spratlys.

The Philippines has formally presented its claim for an extended continental shelf in the West Philippine Sea to the United Nations. This move aims to solidify the country's maritime territorial rights.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in the Philippines is working to establish Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in ecologically significant parts of the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) within the West Philippine Sea.

Surveys indicate that Filipinos consider the fight against corruption to be the top issue for President Marcos Jr.'s upcoming fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA). Marcos Jr. has teased a new chapter in the corruption fight, with inflation, jobs, and the West Philippine Sea also key concerns.

Tropical Depression Josie (international name Haishen) has been downgraded to a low pressure area and is expected to remain far from the Philippines, likely dissipating over the Philippine Sea soon.

Roy Vincent Trinidad, the military's West Philippine Sea spokesperson, discussed the gains and challenges a decade after the landmark 2016 Arbitral Award and the ongoing efforts to modernize the military.

A Chinese research vessel conducted an oceanographic survey in the Philippine Sea east of Taiwan last month, which state media portrayed as civilian maritime governance, but has raised questions about potential preparations for submarine action.

The Chinese embassy in Manila confirmed the presence of a floating structure in Panatag Shoal (Bajo de Masinloc) in the West Philippine Sea, stating it is a 'temporary' facility for scientific research.

A Pulse Asia survey indicates that most Filipinos prefer the government to collaborate with the United States, Japan, and other Western-aligned countries to bolster the defense of the West Philippine Sea.

The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea has confirmed the presence of a 'floating structure' inside the lagoon of Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), prompting an investigation into its nature and origin.

Impressive satellite images capture Typhoon Jangmi as it moves across the Philippine Sea. The tropical cyclone, active from late May to early June 2026, is heading towards Southeast Asia.

Tropical Storm Domeng has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and is slightly gaining strength as it moves over the Philippine Sea. It is projected to intensify into a typhoon by Saturday.

Fifteen Chinese warships and 20 China Coast Guard boats were observed patrolling four key locations in the West Philippine Sea over the past week.

Organizers of a recent civilian mission to the West Philippine Sea have criticized China for its alleged 'copycat' flag planting in Sandy Cay and for spreading 'fake news' that the Philippine mission left trash on the sandbar.

A China Coast Guard vessel began shadowing the main ship of the Atin Ito civil society group coalition's fourth civilian mission to the West Philippine Sea, less than 12 hours after it departed Manila.

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has announced the completion of new and improved facilities on Pag-asa Island in the West Philippine Sea, aiming to enhance its presence and capabilities in the region.

A new attempt at 'open communication' by the Philippine Coast Guard is being questioned for its potential to prevent danger in the West Philippine Sea.

A group of retired Philippine foreign service officers has proposed a comprehensive policy approach, urging the government to remain uninvolved in conflicts between world powers, particularly concerning issues in the West Philippine Sea.

The Marcos administration has assured Filipinos that it will continue to safeguard the country's rights in the West Philippine Sea, as Manila and Beijing began initial exchanges on potential offshore oil and gas exploration.

At least two senators and seven members of the House of Representatives are scheduled to attend a dialogue with fisherfolk, frontliners, local government leaders and students on pressing issues…

MANILA, Philippines — Senate Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson and Sen. Rodante Marcoleta on Tuesday figured in yet another heated exchange, now on the Senate floor, over matters including the West Philippine Sea and the Discaya couple who were linked in flood control anomalies.  Lacson took the floor in response to Marcoleta’s privilege speech on

A Chinese national allegedly obtained sensitive information about Philippine Coast Guard missions in the West Philippine Sea in 2023 through a Filipino contact.

The Association of Reservists and Reservist Administrators of the Philippines, Inc. (Arrapi) is calling for the activation of more Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reservists due to rising global security tensions, including conflicts in the Middle East and the West Philippine Sea.

A major promotion within the Philippine Coast Guard has put the spotlight on one of the country’s most vocal figures in maritime security.

MANILA, Philippines – Senators Rodante Marcoleta and Panfilo “Ping” Lacson disagreed over the real story behind the discovery of Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) on Tuesday. The interaction followed a few weeks after the two had a heated exchange during a Senate Commission on Appointments Committee on National Defense hearing when Marcoleta said “we can give

The Philippine Senate will convene an all-senators’ caucus to establish ground rules for potential dialogues with the Chinese embassy regarding the West Philippine Sea issue and address Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa's prolonged absence.