China and Philippines reach tentative deal to defuse tensions at South China Sea flashpoint
Briefly

The Chinese foreign ministry confirmed the temporary arrangement with both sides agreeing to jointly manage maritime differences and de-escalate the situation in the South China Sea.
The Philippines deliberately beached the naval ship, Sierra Madre, in 1999 to reinforce its claims over disputed waters, necessitating resupply missions that China has allegedly blocked.
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