China blocking Philippines' vessels a provocative move: US

March 12, 2014 19:38

Concerned by reports that China has blocked two vessels of the Philippines in the South China Sea, the US today described it as a provocative move that raised tensions.

"We are troubled by reports that China's Coast Guard blocked efforts by two Filipino vessels to re-supply the Philippines' outpost at Second Thomas Shoal. This is a provocative move that raises tensions," State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki said.

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