AFP rejects China's account of Ayungin incident, says its Coast Guard intruded into Philippine waters
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-07-21 17:39 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, Philippines, China, World News, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday rejected what it described as "false and misleading claims" by the China Coast Guard (CCG) over the July 20, 2026 incident near BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal, insisting that Chinese personnel unlawfully entered an area where the Philippines exercises sovereign rights.
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