South China Sea: how should the Philippines respond to China’s Sabina Shoal moves?
The escalation at Sabina Shoal was due to the “long-time” presence of the Philippine coastguard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua and “its intention to occupy the place”, China’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said at a regular briefing on Monday, reiterating calls for Manila to remove the ship.
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