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MON · 2026-09-28 · 08:00 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0928-114663
NSR-2026-0928-114663News Report·EN·Conflict
Second Thomas Shoal stand-off sparks sharp exchange between US, China embassies
The US and Chinese embassies in the Philippines have engaged in a sharp exchange of accusations following a recent stand-off at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The US embassy in Manila issued a statement on Sunday supporting the Philippines, condemning China's actions as "dangerous blocking and irresponsible manoeuvres." According to the US, these actions threatened collision and disrupted a lawful resupply mission to the shoal, a disputed flashpoint.
Alyssa ChenSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-09-28 · 08:00 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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The US and Chinese embassies in the Philippines have engaged in a sharp exchange of accusations following a recent stand-off at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The US embassy in Manila issued a statement on Sunday supporting the Philippines, condemning China's actions as "dangerous blocking and irresponsible manoeuvres." According to the US, these actions threatened collision and disrupted a lawful resupply mission to the shoal, a disputed flashpoint. The article indicates this exchange occurred after the US defended its treaty ally, the Philippines, in the wake of the incident.
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Second Thomas Shoal is one of the flashpoints in the South China Sea disputes.
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Beijing’s actions threatened a collision and prevented a lawful resupply mission to Second Thomas Shoal.
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The US embassy in Manila backed the Philippines after a stand-off in the South China Sea.
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US and Chinese embassies in the Philippines exchanged sharp accusations following a stand-off at Second Thomas Shoal.
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south china sea disputes
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maritime security
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treaty ally
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