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Concerns over China's actions in South China Sea

South China Morning Post — April 13, 2024, 05:00 AM UTC

Summary: Philippine, US, and Japanese leaders expressed concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea, opposing Beijing's militarization and unlawful claims. The joint statement highlighted strengthening maritime defense cooperation and included the Philippine coastguard in the US-Philippines Mutual Defence Treaty. China opposed the trilateral cooperation, emphasizing its sovereignty. Plans for joint exercises and infrastructure projects were announced. Former Philippine President Duterte criticized US influence.

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    Leaders address China's South China Sea pressure, discuss military cooperation (The Straits Times)
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    Trilateral summit agreements on military, technology, and infrastructure investments (Rappler)
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    US reaffirms defense commitment to Philippines amid South China Sea tensions (The Guardian)
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    Trilateral summit addresses China's South China Sea pressure (Rappler)
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    Trilateral summit on South China Sea security and cooperation (The Manila Times)
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    President Marcos Jr. to attend summit in Washington D.C (The Manila Times)
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