The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea reported that, "A Chinese jet engaged in irresponsible and dangerous maneuvers when it deployed flares at a dangerously close distance of approximately 15 meters from the BFAR Grand Caravan aircraft." This incident underscores the increasing tensions between China and the Philippines, particularly in the context of contested regions within the South China Sea.
In a statement, the Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela noted, "The Chinese fighter jet was not provoked, yet its actions demonstrated hazardous intent that jeopardized the safety of the personnel onboard the BFAR aircraft." This highlights the potential risks posed by China’s military actions in highly contested waters.
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