The Southern Theater Navy Conducts Routine Patrols in the South China Sea

Source: Global Times
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Southern Theater Command spokesperson Colonel Zhai Shichen of the Navy stated that on April 28, the People's Liberation Army Navy of the Southern Theater Command conducted a routine patrol in the South China Sea. The Philippines is attempting to rally external countries for a so-called "joint patrol," disrupting the South China Sea and undermining regional peace and stability. The theater's forces will resolutely defend national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, firmly maintaining regional peace and stability.

Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Routine patrol
Location
South China Sea
Unit
People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command Navy
Time
April 28
Equipment
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Summary

The People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command Navy conducted a routine patrol in the South China Sea on April 28. This action is a response to the Philippines' involvement with external nations in joint patrols, which China views as disruptive to regional peace and stability. The Southern Theater Command emphasizes its commitment to defending national sovereignty and maritime rights.

Key Facts
  • The People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command Navy conducted a routine patrol in the South China Sea on April 28.
  • The patrol is a response to the Philippines' actions involving external countries in joint patrols.
  • The Southern Theater Command is committed to defending national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.