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South China Sea Dispute: U.S. Expands Military Footprint in Philippines with New Repair Facilities

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South China Sea Dispute: U.S. Expands Military Footprint in Philippines with New Repair Facilities

South China Sea Dispute: U.S. Expands Military Footprint in Philippines with New Repair Facilities

South China Sea Dispute: The U.S. Navy is aggressively expanding its presence in the Philippines by building new repair facilities for smaller vessels near the highly contested Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.

This strategic move intensifies regional tensions as it directly challenges China’s vast territorial claims despite international rulings against Beijing.

The facilities, located in Palawan and Oyster Bay, are expected to support Philippine forces and bolster joint U.S.-Philippine military operations, signaling a strong pushback against China’s aggression.

With clashes already frequent in the area, this escalation could reshape the balance of power in Southeast Asia.

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