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China's Coast Guard called out Philippine vessels for staging dramatic scenes in contested waters this week, sparking fresh tensions in the South China Sea. A spokesperson accused Philippine ships of \"illegally gathering\" near Houteng Jiao – part of China's Nansha Islands – and urged Manila to stop \"provocative acts\" immediately.
The Staged Scenes
Footage released by China Media Group affiliate Yuyuantantian revealed fishing boats posing for photos with reporters – activity Beijing claims disproves the Philippines' fishing narrative. Experts noted the vessels shown aren’t built for deep-sea fishing, adding fuel to allegations of political theater.
Coast Guard Clash
A Philippine coast guard ship carrying journalists reportedly joined the operation, helping orchestrate visuals that China calls \"misleading publicity\". The incident highlights escalating maritime disputes in one of Asia’s most strategically vital waterways.
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A spokesperson accused Philippine ships of \"illegally gathering\" near Houteng Jiao – part of China's Nansha Islands – and urged Manila to stop \"provocative acts\" immediately.
Experts noted the vessels shown aren’t built for deep-sea fishing, adding fuel to allegations of political theater.
