The Philippine defense secretary says his country and its allies would take measures to counter any attempt by China to impose an air defense zone or restrict freedom of flights over the South China Sea.

China has accused the Philippines of polluting the environment after it released footage it said showed troops burning rubbish at a disputed reef in the South China Sea. The video, published on social media by state broadcaster CGTN on Saturday,

Philippine and U.S. Navy SEALs secured a gas and oil platform in the South China Sea in the latest joint combined exchange training between the two special operations units near the disputed waters last week.

The Philippine defense secretary said his country and its allies would take measures to counter any attempt by China to impose an air defense zone or restrict freedom of flights over the South China Sea.

Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro warns of measures against China's attempts to impose an air defence zone over the South China Sea. Confrontations have intensified as Chinese aircraft dangerously engage with forces from the Philippines,

The Philippines and Japan pledged to enhance their defense alliance through training exercises, logistical activities, equipment transfers and intelligence sharing on Monday amid China’s assertive moves in the South China Sea.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro considers China his nation's greatest threat, and is teaming up with the U.S., Japan and Australia to push back against aggressive moves in the South China Sea.

Philippines defence secretary warns that country will take action against China’s increasing aggression in the disputed waters.