Event Brief
Philippines Expands Civilian Presence in Spratlys
Filed: Feb 12, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
Summary: Philippines plans to grow civilian population in disputed Spratly Islands amid tensions with China.
WHO: Philippine officials
WHAT: Expanding civilian population
WHEN: Feb 12, 2026 at 12:10 AM ET
WHERE: Kalayaan, Spratly Islands
WHY: To assert claims amid diplomatic tensions with China
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