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Beijing and Manila summoned each other's ambassadors Tuesday following a confrontation between Chinese and Philippine sailors at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. China continues to claim sovereignty over almost the entirety of the global trade route.
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21 July
A violent altercation occurred between Chinese and Philippine sailors, prompting diplomatic actions and U.S. condemnation.