Philippines Condemns China's Missile Test Amid South China Sea Tensions
The Philippines' Department of National Defense condemned China's ballistic missile test in the South Pacific as a "reckless display of military power," citing heightened regional tensions and threats to smaller nations. Manila urged Beijing to act responsibly, echoing concerns over China's maritime expansion.
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