MANILA - The Philippines has accused China of conducting illegal marine scientific research near the oil- and gas-rich Reed bank within Manila’s exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea.
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The Philippines has accused China of conducting illegal marine scientific research near the Reed Bank in the South China Sea, within Manila's exclusive economic zone. The area is known to be rich in oil and gas resources. This move has escalated tensions between the two nations.
MANILA - The Philippines has accused China of conducting illegal marine scientific research near the oil- and gas-rich Reed bank within Manila’s exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea.