Philippines says China sea clash doesn't invoke US defence pact

A South China Sea confrontation this week, in which Chinese coast guard personnel brandished weapons and rammed Philippine naval boats, does not trigger Manila's mutual defence pact with the United States, a presidential spokesperson said Friday. Footage released by Manila showed Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing knives, an axe and...

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