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Despite being followed by Chinese vessels, a Philippine group spearheading a civilian supply operation in the South China Sea provided fuel and food to Filipino fishermen, officials said on Thursday (May 16), describing it as a "major victory".

Watch: Philippine civilian group defies Chinese presence to provide aid to fishermen in South China Sea

As the tensions between China and Philippines over the military outpost in the contested South China Sea rise, China has issued a demand to its neighbor. China's message to Philippines Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, when asked about a recent remark by Philippine President Mao Ning said on Thursday (April 11), said, "The Philippines went back on its word and refuses to tow away the warship illegally grounded at Ren'ai Jiao.

China asks Philippines to ‘stop provocations’ if it wants to ‘ease tensions’

The United States does not have the right to get involved in problems between China and the Philippines, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Thursday at a regular press briefing.

China decries Biden's vow to defend Philippines if it's attacked

China and the Philippines have agreed to set up direct communication channels on the South China Sea and handle disputes peacefully. Watch this video to know more.

China, Philippines agree on direct communication channel

China, Philippines agree to handle disputes 'peacefully'