China Criticizes Philippines' Supply Drop
China's coast guard condemned the Philippines' airdrop of supplies to a grounded vessel, warning of potential unforeseen incidents. The supply mission by helicopter occurred at the contested Sabina Shoal.
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China's coast guard has criticized the Philippines' mission to airdrop supplies to a grounded vessel, labeling the actions as 'adventurous.'
In a statement released Thursday, the maritime authority cautioned that the Philippines' actions are 'very likely to cause unforeseen incidents at sea and in the air.'
The supply mission by helicopter took place on Wednesday at the contested Sabina Shoal, escalating tensions in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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