China conducts patrols near Scarborough Shoal, Philippines dismisses drill assertions as "unfounded"

China claims its military conducted combat readiness patrols near the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Philippine authorities have dismissed these claims as unfounded. While Chinese vessels are present, Manila states no active military drills are taking place. This development follows joint maritime exercises by Philippine and US forces in the same waters.

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