On June 17, Chinese forces – from its navy, coast guard, and maritime militia – disrupted a routine mission to rotate troops and bring supplies to the #BRPSierra Madre in #AyunginShoal or #SecondThomasShoal in the #WestPhilippineSea, hurting a #FilipinoSoldier.

#Australia's statement came just after Chinese Premier #LiQiang wrapped up a four-day visit to #Canberra.

Australia hits #China for ‘pattern’ of ‘destabilizing behavior’ in #SouthChinaSea
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/australia-statement-hits-china-destabilizing-behavior/

Australia hits China for 'pattern' of 'destabilizing behavior' in South China Sea 

Australia says it stands by the Philippines 'in its response to... dangerous and illegal actions' by China ships in Ayungin Shoal

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