US, Philippines Conduct Joint Drills in South China Sea; China Denounces 'Provocation'
The US and Philippine militaries have conducted joint naval exercises in the South China Sea, drawing condemnation from China which announced its own patrols and accused the Philippines of provoking regional instability. This highlights escalating tensions in the disputed waters. Vietnam, meanwhile, pursues a strategy of maintaining stable ties with China while deepening defense cooperation with other partners.
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