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Philippines vs. China: Tensions Rise in the South China Sea

New developments in the South China Sea dispute - China's detention rules and the Philippines' BrahMos missile base construction raise concerns. G7 leaders express serious concern over the situation as tensions escalate.

Tensions between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea are escalating as China seeks the detention of foreigners in the disputed waters. The Philippines has filed a new legal submission before the UN, asserting its entitlements while challenging Beijing's claims. A recent voyage in the South China Sea highlighted the challenge, with a flotilla of wooden fishing boats drawing Chinese warships and coast guard vessels, revealing the complexity of the situation.

Adding to the tension, China's new Coast Guard rules allow officers to detain foreigners in disputed areas of the South China Sea for up to 60 days. Meanwhile, the Philippines is constructing its first BrahMos missile base in Western Luzon, strategically placing the missiles to face the disputed waters.

G7 leaders have expressed serious concern over the situation in the East and South China Seas, opposing China's use of coast guard and maritime militia. The repeated obstruction of maritime activities by China has raised alarms among the G7 nations.

In light of the recent developments, the focus on the South China Sea dispute intensifies as China's new detention rules and the Philippines' missile base construction continue to draw attention. The G7 leaders' stance underscores the growing international concern over the escalating tensions in the region.