Philippine Coast Guard reports Chinese vessel conducting illegal research near Reed Bank

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Philippines accuses China of illegal research near Reed Bank. The Philippine Coast Guard reported a Chinese vessel conducting unauthorized marine scientific research within Manila's exclusive economic zone. The Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 33 was observed deploying a service boat near Iroquois Reef. This action is considered a violation of Philippine sovereign rights and international law. The incident occurred during a maritime patrol on May 6. The area is rich in oil and gas, and other Chinese vessels were also present.


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