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Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea

On August 4, 2025, India and the Philippines conducted their inaugural joint naval sailing operation in the waters of the South China Sea.
The joint drills follow rising tensions over overlapping claims, as China asserts nearly the entire South China Sea despite a 2016 arbitration ruling against its claims.
The two-day exercise involved three Indian ships and Philippine crews sailing together to strengthen maritime security and uphold international law.
Filipino General Romeo Brawner described the joint exercises as successful, while China accused the Philippines of instigating conflict and pledged firm measures in response to what it viewed as provocations.
The event takes place just before Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos embarks on a five-day official trip to India, where he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss enhancing cooperation in defense, trade, and regional security.

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