news Scmp World 2026-07-08

Beijing Criticizes Manila's South China Sea Claims Ahead of Anniversary

China has strongly criticized the Philippines' territorial claims in the South China Sea, labeling them as 'unlawful' expansions. This comes ahead of the anniversary of a 2016 Hague ruling.

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