Trade war and territorial disputes

China imposes a 34% tariff on U.S. imports, escalating trade war. Denmark's Prime Minister visits Greenland, pushes back against U.S. pressure to control the territory.

Tensions between US and Denmark over Greenland

US Vice President JD Vance criticized Denmark for underinvesting in Greenland during a visit, sparking tensions between the two countries over the strategically important territory coveted by US President Donald Trump. Danish officials and European allies rejected the US claims of underinvestment and opposed any US annexation of Greenland.

Territorial Dispute between Guyana and Venezuela over Essequibo Region

Guyana requested the ICJ to stop Venezuela from holding a sham election for a new state in the contested Essequibo region. The dispute over the territory has a long history, and Venezuela's actions are seen as violating an ICJ ruling. Maduro's regime aims to annex the territory through electoral manipulation.

Collision between Chinese and Philippine Coast Guard Ships in the South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships collided near Sabina Shoal in the disputed South China Sea, with each side blaming the other for the collision. No injuries were reported. The incident is part of the ongoing territorial disputes in the region.

South China Sea territorial dispute

Video released by the Philippines military showed confrontation with China coast guard in the South China Sea.

Philippines-China Territorial Dispute in the South China Sea

Filipino activists and fishermen sail towards disputed shoal in the South China Sea, shadowed by Chinese coast guard ships. The convoy aims to assert Manila’s sovereignty over Scarborough Shoal, despite China’s claims. The Philippines has been involved in territorial disputes with China, seeking international support for its cause.

Venezuelan President accuses US of building secret military bases in disputed territory

Venezuelan President Maduro accuses the US of building secret military bases in disputed territory, sparking fears of military conflict. Tensions rise over oil-rich region of Guyana claimed by Caracas.

South China Sea territorial dispute

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. defends his country's territory in the South China Sea against Chinese aggression. Both Marcos and the Philippine Foreign Minister call for upholding international law and opposing actions inconsistent with it.