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Type 076 amphibious assault ship, China
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China’s introduction of a ‘monster ship’ raises concerns, according to a Philippines security official

The Philippines expressed concern over the presence of China‘s largest coast guard vessel within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ), viewing it as a troubling act intended to intimidate local fishermen near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. “We were taken aback by the escalating aggression displayed by the People’s Republic of China with the deployment of this massive ship,” stated Jonathan Malaya, spokesperson … Continue reading China’s introduction of a ‘monster ship’ raises concerns, according to a Philippines security official

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Type 076 amphibious assault ship, China
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Philippines has dispatched maritime and aerial resources to oversee the activities of China’s largest coast guard vessel

The Philippines has mobilized its military and coast guard assets within its exclusive economic zone to keep a close watch on China‘s largest coast guard vessel, characterizing its presence as an act of Chinese “intimidation, coercion, and aggression.” The Philippine coast guard reported that the 165-meter (541-foot) vessel, designated as 5901 and referred to by the Philippines as “the monster,” was located approximately 65 to … Continue reading Philippines has dispatched maritime and aerial resources to oversee the activities of China’s largest coast guard vessel

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