Philippines and China Discuss South China Sea Tensions in Manila
Philippine Executive Secretary Ralph Recto held talks with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan in Manila to address the highly volatile situation in the South China Sea. The meeting, focused on law enforcement cooperation, comes shortly after the Philippines established a new Coast Guard base on Pag-asa Island.
Date: April 14, 2026
Location: Metro Manila, Philippines
Conflict: China-Taiwan Conflict
Category: diplomacy
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Manila Bulletin