As Jakarta deepens military and coastguard cooperation while rejecting Beijing's sweeping claims, can it maintain a precarious equilibrium? Indonesia is walking a fine line between bolstering ties with Beijing and preserving its long-standing non-aligned stance.

India and Indonesia have pitched for a "full and effective" code of conduct in the South China Sea in accordance with the relevant international laws amid China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the region.

PM Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of peace, stability, and security in the South China Sea, advocating for lawful maritime commerce and adherence to international law.

India and Indonesia have reinforced their commitment to upholding international law in the South China Sea. In talks, leaders discussed enhancing bilateral economic, anti-terrorism, and defense cooperation.

The Philippines said on Saturday it has suspended a scientific survey in the South China Sea after two of its fisheries vessels faced "harassment" and aggressive behaviour from China's coast guard and navy.

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The dispute involves claims to islands and maritime rights, since the region is believed to contain oil, natural gas, and fisheries.

The Philippines suspended a scientific survey in the South China Sea following aggressive behavior from China's coast guard and navy. The two nations have a history of disputes over the waterway. Manila seeks common ground despite China's refusal to acknowledge an international ruling against its territorial claims.

In a clear signal to China amid maritime tensions in the South China Sea, India and Indonesia have jointly called for an “effective and substantive” Code of Conduct in the