It follows a chaotic confrontation in the disputed territory last month, which sparked fears of a wider conflict.
Philippine resupply vessel Unaizah May 4 is hit by Chinese coast guard water canon blast causing injuries to multiple crew members as they tried to enter the Second Thomas Shoal
The shoal off the northwestern Philippines has emerged as the most dangerous flashpoint in the disputed waters, which China claims virtually in its entirety. “There was substantial progress on developing measures to manage the situation at sea, but significant differences remain.” There was also another confidence-building plan to convene an academic forum among scientists and academics to improve marine scientific cooperation.
But the high-sea confrontations have persisted especially under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, who, unlike his predecessor, has nurtured closer military and defence ties with the US as a counterweight to China.
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