China coast guard reports third clash with Philippines this week

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China coast guard reports third clash with Philippines this week

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The China Coast Guard reported a third clash with the Philippines this week, involving a water cannon fired at a Filipino vessel near contested maritime areas. This incident underscores ongoing regional tensions in the South China Sea.

On July 23, Manila said a China Coast Guard vessel fired a water cannon at a Filipino vessel.

World Security Conflict Politics China Coast Guard Philippines maritime clash water cannon South China Sea territorial dispute regional tensions

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