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The Philippines Coast Guard challenged a Chinese research ship, CRV Tan Suo Er Hao, spotted near Cagayan province. The ship, which entered the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone, did not respond to radio challenges. The vessel was detected using Canada’s Dark Vessel Detection system. Meanwhile, China conducted military drills around Taiwan, simulating strikes and blockades. The Chinese Embassy in Manila did not comment.

Courtesy: theprint.in