MANILA, Philippines—China doubled down on its sovereignty claims inside the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), saying its coast guard was performing “official duties in accordance with the law” when it blocked and bombarded with water cannon Philippine boats en route to Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea. At a press conference in […]
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