From August 3 to August 4, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command carried out routine patrols in the South China Sea, according to spokesperson Tian Junli.
Tian said the patrols were a direct response to recent moves by the Philippines to enlist countries outside the region for so-called joint patrols, which the PLA views as undermining peace and stability in these waters.
“All military activities that seek to stir up trouble or create flashpoints in the region are under full control,” Tian added, noting that forces will remain on high alert to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and maritime interests.
For globally minded readers—from business innovators to digital nomads—this patrol underscores the complex maritime dynamics shaping Southeast Asia today.
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PLA patrols South China Sea, stays alert for destabilizing activities
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