South China Sea

Vietnam weather: Cold air mass and heavy rain warnings

115 clusters · 208 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam weather: Heavy rain triggers flood and landslide warnings

Weather patterns in Vietnam continue to show significant regional divergence. By early September, the North transitioned toward pleasant autumn weather, though a cold air mass moving south has begun impacting the region.

US-led security cooperation in the Philippines

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: U.S. military conducts joint defense exercises in Indonesia and the Philippines

The United States has initiated efforts to increase combat readiness and strengthen security alliances across Asia, specifically targeting territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Admiral Frank Bradley, commander of

Typhoon Saudel causes flooding and mass evacuations in China

3 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Typhoon Saudel causes deadly landslides and flooding in China

Typhoon Saudel, which underwent a rare regeneration in the South China Sea, has caused widespread destruction across southeastern China. Following its third landfall in Zhangzhou, Fujian, the storm has triggered severe f

China-Philippines South China Sea tensions, May-Sept 2026

25 clusters · 136 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: China conducts military patrols near Scarborough Shoal

Tensions between China and the Philippines have intensified through September 2026, marked by shifting maritime strategies and increased military activity. The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has observed a change

Saedeul remnants strengthen into Storm No. 5 and trigger Flo

10 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Tropical Storm Saudel forms in North East Sea

The rare concentration of four simultaneous typhoons continues to impact Japan and China. Typhoon Saedeul (also referred to as Saudel) caused significant disruption across Okinawa and the southwestern islands, including

Hong Kong rainstorm and tropical cyclone threat

5 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Flooding in Hanoi and rainstorm warnings in Hong Kong

In late May 2026, red rainstorm warnings caused flash flooding on Tuen Mun Road and South Island, requiring emergency drainage interventions. On 2 August, a yellow rain warning brought up to 100 mm of rain to the New Ter

China maritime operations in South China Sea

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: China deploys 12,000-ton coast guard cutter near Malaysia and Brunei

Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated through various maritime confrontations and extended patrols by the China Coast Guard (CCG). In the vicinity of Ren'ai Jiao, the CCG accused Philippine personnel from the v

Philippines expands strategic ties and manages regional T&S

9 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Philippines President Marcos clarifies tech hub goals and China relations

In early July, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. elevated the Philippines‑Japan relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership and highlighted a parallel strategic partnership with Canada that secured roughly US$2.5

USS Benfold power failure in South China Sea

2 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: USS Benfold loses power for four days in South China Sea

The USS Benfold, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, experienced a total power failure lasting approximately four days in the South China Sea starting on July 24. The outage, described by a U.S. 7th Fleet sp

China maritime activity in South China Sea

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: China asserts South China Sea claims through new ecological reports

China has expanded its presence and influence in the South China Sea through military, infrastructural, and administrative measures. Initial developments focused on large-scale island-building at Antelope Reef and the de