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INQToday: China aircraft, warship show up as US surveillance plane patrols West Philippine Sea
A Chinese frigate and aircraft were observed by the Philippines and the United States during a joint sea and air patrol in the West Philippine Sea.
The Chinese frigate was reportedly trailing US ships within the Philippine exclusive economic zone.
A Chinese aircraft was also seen observing the joint patrol activities.
No aggressive actions were reported from the Chinese vessels or aircraft during the patrols.
US Navy Lieutenant Commander Tim Cline stated that both parties conducted themselves professionally.
A US Navy P-8 Poseidon aircraft, equipped with advanced surveillance technology, participated in the four-hour aerial patrol.
The joint patrol successfully met all its mission objectives.
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