Beijing tells Philippines to stop 'provocative actions' in South China Sea

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Beijing warns the Philippines to stop "provocative actions" after Manila said the China Coast Guard used water cannon on two of its vessels in the South China Sea, causing damage to one of them. Manila and Beijing have a long history of territorial disputes in the South China Sea, with several collisions involving Philippine and Chinese vessels in recent months.

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00:00China is deeply humiliated by the navy, and the Chinese navy has taken necessary measures

00:03to help resolve the situation.

00:05It urged the Chinese to stop its outlaw ways, and say it would never make a military move

00:09again.

00:10Also, we strongly challenge China's determination to provide significant support for law enforcement

00:18The Chinese side advises the African side to immediately stop the provocation of claiming power, and not to challenge the firm determination of the Chinese side to maintain sovereignty.

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