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PLA Accuses Philippines of Undermining South China Sea Stability

2/7/2026

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The People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted naval and air patrols in the South China Sea from February 6–10.
A spokesman for the PLA accused the Philippines of collaborating with an external country for "bilateral air patrols," and this undermines regional stability.
The PLA spokesman emphasized that Chinese forces will stay vigilant to protect sovereignty and maritime rights.
The Philippine embassy in Beijing has yet to respond to these allegations.

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The People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted naval and air patrols in the South China Sea from February 6–10.
A spokesman for the PLA accused the Philippines of collaborating with an external country for "bilateral air patrols," and this undermines regional stability.
The PLA spokesman emphasized that Chinese forces will stay vigilant to protect sovereignty and maritime rights.
The Philippine embassy in Beijing has yet to respond to these allegations.