Tag: Asia-Pacific
Chinese-Philippine Maritime Collision Injures 4, Sparking Tensions in Contested South China Sea
On March 5, a clash involving Chinese and Philippine coast guard vessels resulted in injuries to at least...
The Endangered Dugong: A Marine Mammal Linked with Legend
With an unusual name to match their unusual appearance, dugongs are the sea cows of the south. Like their...
Japanese Take Smiling Lessons as 3 Years of COVID Mask Habits Change
Japanese citizens are taking classes to learn how to smile during social interactions again after three...
China and Solomons Sign Security Pact, Paving Way for Possible PLA Base
US officials voice concern over Beijing’s expanding international influence Following last week’s...
Solomon Islands Under Western Pressure to Scrap Security Deal With China
Last month, the Solomon Islands revealed it was in talks with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to...