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Naval Tense Faces ASEAN Summit
The article discusses the escalating maritime tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, where naval confrontations occurred near the "Second Thomas" reefs between the sailors of both countries, following recent clashes days earlier. China attacked a vessel intent on a military patrol, while the Philippines denied that the incident had commenced. Both Beijing and Manila have initiated diplomatic protests and are preparing to establish a code of conduct in the region by the end of the year. At the same time, these tensions are linked to other regional issues, such as ASEAN countries discussing Myanmar's situation and concerns over ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The meeting reflects regional and international rifts regarding maritime security and stability in the area.
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