China-Philippine tensions rise at Second Thomas Shoal as resupply deadline looms


Tensions are rising again at the disputed Second Thomas Shoal following a surge in activity from Chinese and Philippine vessels at a critical time for resupplying troops stationed on a stranded warship.

The Philippines said a Chinese navy tugboat had been spotted approaching the BRP Sierra Madre, but downplayed suggestions it would try to tow the ageing ship away.

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