India and Philippines Launch First Joint Naval Patrols in South China Sea

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India and Philippines Launch First Joint Naval Patrols in South China Sea

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India and Philippines Launch First Joint Naval Patrols in South China Sea

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India and the Philippines conducted their first joint patrol in the South China Sea.
The patrol aligns with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos's visit to India for defense talks.
China reacted by stating the joint patrols undermine regional stability and conducting simultaneous military patrols.

The Indian Navy and the Philippine Navy have begun their first joint naval patrols in the disputed South China Sea, as confirmed by both nations' military on Monday. This two-day operation, which started on Sunday, includes three Indian vessels and coincides with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos's visit to New Delhi for discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding defense cooperation and trade, according to South China Morning Post, Channel News Asia, and Reuters.

The naval deployment is part of the Philippines' strategy to enhance defense cooperation following increased tensions and maritime clashes in the region. China claims sovereignty over almost the entire South China Sea, a claim refuted by an international ruling that deemed it legally groundless. Philippine military chief Romeo Brawner described the operation as a vital step in strengthening military ties, as both countries aim to uphold international maritime law and enhance regional security against China's broader claims, as noted by The Jakarta Post and Al Jazeera.

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South China Morning Post and Reuters.