Philippines develops airport on Pag-asa Island in South China Sea amid tensions with Beijing.
The Philippines is developing an airport on Pag-asa Island in the South China Sea as part of a broader strategy to enhance its presence in the contested waters amid ongoing tensions with Beijing. The airport construction is expected to improve travel to and from the remote island, facilitating better supply routes and potentially boosting tourism and investment in the region. The Philippines is also nearing the completion of a military runway on Balabac Island in the Palawan province, close to the South China Sea.
July 18, 2024
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