"However, this does not merit concern. The name 'South China Sea' has long been the internationally recognized name for the body of water," Ding noted. In 2012, then-Philippine president Benigno ...

Manila uses "West Philippine Sea" for waters in its maritime zone, where China's expanding presence challenges the U.S. ally.

China claims more than 90 percent of the South China Sea, asserting historical rights ... such as ramming and water cannon blasts. In the video, the Cabra's crew can be heard issuing a radio ...

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Indonesia and China said Monday they committed to maritime cooperation promoting safety and security in the South China Sea, amid longstanding Indonesian suspicions about ...

The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has discovered an oilfield in the South China Sea with proven reserves ...

A Google Maps scan on Monday of the body of water directly west of the Philippines now shows ... The Philippine government's ...

The South China Sea, especially its parts lying close to Indonesia, has at times become notorious for piracy in which ships are repainted, renamed and have their electronic identities altered in ...