Chinese coast guard aggression in South China Sea condemned

The Associated Press

Philippine military chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. reported Chinese coast guard aggression in the South China Sea, where over 100 Chinese ships surrounded a marooned Philippine navy vessel. The U.S. has pledged to defend the Philippines. China's actions have caused damage to Philippine vessels and endangered crew members. The Philippines, U.S., and Japan condemned the Chinese maneuvers. China has rejected international condemnation and legal intervention. The situation remains a delicate flashpoint in the South China Sea.


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