The Philippines and its security allies would take measures to counter any attempt by China to impose an air defense zone or restrict freedom of flights over the South China Sea, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said Wednesday,

The Philippines and Japan pledged to enhance their defense alliance through training exercises, logistical activities, equipment transfers and intelligence sharing on Monday amid China’s assertive moves in the South China Sea.

"The Philippines has no major external security threats, but has turned itself into a country that undermines regional peace and stability through a militarization carnival," said Ding Duo, director of the Research Center for International and Regional Issues at the National Institute for South China Sea Studies.

Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro warns of measures against China's attempts to impose an air defence zone over the South China Sea. Confrontations have intensified as Chinese aircraft dangerously engage with forces from the Philippines,

Philippines defence secretary warns that country will take action against China’s increasing aggression in the disputed waters.