Philippine President Marcos Jr.'s visit to Vietnam aims to enhance coastguard cooperation, potentially easing tensions in the South China Sea. The agreement focuses on maritime security, crucial for managing territorial disputes. However, China, skeptical of such progress, might respond cautiously. The Philippines seeks regional collaboration, navigating complex geopolitical dynamics.
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00:00 Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's upcoming visit to Hanoi is expected to include
00:06 a boost in Coast Guard cooperation with Vietnam, a move that could heighten tensions with China.
00:13 The Philippines and Vietnam both have conflicting claims in the South China Sea, an essential
00:18 maritime region.
00:19 However, the agreement, a memorandum of understanding on Coast Guard collaboration, will aim to
00:24 minimise the clashes between fishing vessels and potentially ease the territorial disputes.
00:30 This development follows the recognition of exclusive economic zone boundaries between
00:35 Vietnam and Indonesia back in December 2022, which due reactions from China.
00:41 The Philippines' approach to Vietnam for discussions on a separate code of conduct
00:45 for the South China Sea has further strained relations with China as it imposes a broader
00:50 regional pact.
00:51 The specific details of the Coast Guard cooperation agreement are yet to be specified, but its
00:56 focus on maritime security could be a pivotal step in managing potential conflicts.
01:02 China, with its expansive claims in the South China Sea, tends to view progress in resolving
01:06 border disputes among claimants with scepticism.
01:10 However, experts suggest that China's response this time might remain restrained in this
01:16 case given the agreement doesn't involve recognition of maritime claims.
01:22 The Philippine President Marco's visit is scheduled for Vietnamese leaders during the
01:25 two-day visit, emphasising the country's close ties in multiple areas, including defence
01:31 and security.
01:33 The Philippines' interest in enhancing cooperation on rice supplies is also expected to be on
01:37 the agenda, with the country being a significant market for Vietnam's exports.
01:42 The Philippines' proactive approach in strengthening ties with the neighbouring countries in the
01:46 South China Sea region reflects a strategic shift in managing regional disputes.
01:51 While tensions with China may persist, the Philippines is seeking collaboration on multiple
01:55 fronts including maritime and food security.
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