U.S. Secretary of State Blinken criticized China's actions in the South China Sea at an ASEAN summit, affirming America's commitment to freedom of navigation.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised alarms about China's "dangerous and unlawful" actions in the South China Sea at a recent ASEAN summit. He affirmed America's commitment to freedom of navigation in this vital trade route, where tensions have escalated due to confrontations with the Philippines and Vietnam. China claims most of the sea, conflicting with regional nations' claims. The U.S. has no territorial claims but patrols the area to challenge China's assertions.

October 10, 2024
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