China says its navy and air force conducted combat patrols near Scarborough Shoal as a response to protect territorial sovereignty in the South China Sea. The move comes as the Philippines and the United States, along with Australia and New Zealand, run annual regional drills showcasing advanced weapons and readiness. The patrols are framed as maintaining peace amid growing tensions.
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