U.S. Accused By China Of Militarising The South China Sea

Voice of America: China Accuses US of Militarizing South China Sea

China's Defense Ministry Thursday accused the United States of "militarizing" the South China Sea by staging patrols and joint military drills there, leading to raised tensions in the disputed region.

China Defense spokesman Yang Yujun said Beijing has been angered by U.S. Navy and Air Force forays through waters it claims as its own, strengthened military alliances with the Philippines and others, and frequent military exercises in the region.

Yang said the actions are creating risks of incidents in the air and at sea.

Update #1: China says U.S. "militarising" South China Sea -- Reuters
Update #2: China Accuses US of 'Militarizing' South China Sea -- NYT/AP

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