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Aircraft and helicopters surround Chinese stranded frigate at Half Moon Shoal
Manila, Philippines - "The ship is well within the 200-nautical miles zone recognised by international law"
China cannot dismiss more accusations about Chinese warships patrolling in Philippines' territorial waters, since a Chinese frigate has struck Half Moon Shoal, just 110km from western Palawan province. Philippine military airplanes and helicopters have taken pictures of the stranded frigate. It should be remembered that China and Philippines have been involved in tense offshore exchanges this year...
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1143445
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency