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China and Philippines Clash Over South China Sea Claims

1/14/2026

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The Chinese embassy in the Philippines called the Philippine National Maritime Council's statement unfounded and misleading.
The embassy accused the Philippines of provoking tensions in the South China Sea.
It urged China to protect sovereignty.
The Philippine National Maritime Council (PNMC) rejected China's claims, stating its activities in the disputed waters are legitimate.
The council described China's actions as illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive.

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The Chinese embassy in the Philippines called the Philippine National Maritime Council's statement unfounded and misleading.
The embassy accused the Philippines of provoking tensions in the South China Sea.
It urged China to protect sovereignty.
The Philippine National Maritime Council (PNMC) rejected China's claims, stating its activities in the disputed waters are legitimate.
The council described China's actions as illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive.