Senior Colonel Tian Junli, a spokesperson for the PLA Southern Theater Command, revealed that routine patrols were conducted in the South China Sea on Friday. The Philippines’ continuous attempts to seek external support for joint patrols have been condemned as efforts to promote illegal claims and destabilize the region.
PLA conducts routine patrols in South China Sea, Philippines warned to stop provoking tensions
PLA warns Philippines to cease provocations in South China Sea.