MANILA, Philippines — China is eyeing to deploy military aircraft and missiles on its artificially-constructed islands in the West Philippine Sea and continues with its building activities in the region, according to an international expert. He also disclosed that China had been continuing with its construction activities and its deployment of surface ships in the contested waters. This money was not worth it in exchange for any progress in the West Philippine Sea, he added. It's time for ASEAN to stop waiting for China to change tone," he said. He also chided the administration of US President Donald Trump who seemed to lack any strategy in dealing with Southeast Asia.

Source: Philippine Star November 08, 2017 11:03 UTC