France’s ambassador to the Philippines emphasized the importance of freedom of navigation exercises in the South China Sea amid rising tensions, as the nuclear-powered Charles De Gaulle made its first port visit to the country. The aircraft carrier strike group conducted drills with the Philippine Navy to enhance interoperability and defense capabilities in the disputed waterway, signaling support for countries upholding international law and freedom of navigation. The visit comes as the Philippines seeks to strengthen relations with like-minded nations in response to escalating confrontations with China over territorial disputes in the region.
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