The Philippines has constructed a new coast guard station on the contested island of Thitu in the South China Sea, enhancing its ability to monitor movements of Chinese vessels and aircraft in the busy disputed waterway.

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Filipino coast guard builds station in contested South China Sea

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The Philippines construct a new coast guard station on the contested island of Thitu in the South China Sea, an island disputed since the 70s.

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