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Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative

Coverage of Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 8 · 15:30 UTCMost recent: May 8 · 15:30 UTC
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  • SECURITYMay 8 · 15:30 UTCRADIO FREE ASIA
    Satellite imagery shows Philippine construction on two islands in disputed Spratlys

    The Philippines is actively expanding military infrastructure on Thitu Island and Nanshan Island in the disputed Spratly Islands, including a runway extension and port construction to strengthen its presence in the South China Sea. The 1.5-kilometer runway extension, funded at 1.65 billion pesos, will accommodate F-16 fighter jets and is in response to Chinese escalations in the region. Satellite imagery confirms construction has been ongoing since early 2025.