Philippines coast guard says it’s monitoring more than 135 Chinese vessels ‘swarming’ within the South China Sea

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The Philippines Coast Guard (PCG) says more than 135 Chinese vessels are "swarming" at a reef off its coast, describing the boats' growing presence as "alarming". Key points: Last month, Philippines coast guard says it counted 111 "Chinese maritime militia vessels" Last month, Philippines coast guard says it counted 111 "Chinese maritime militia vessels" The PCG deployed two patrol boats to the area on Saturday, saying the number had increased to "more than 135" The PCG deployed two patrol boats to the area on Saturday, saying the number had increased to "more than 135" Beijing claims most of the South...