US, Australia oppose 'destab actions' in SCS

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

Oct 27, 2023 12:15 am

(UPDATE) THE United States and Australia opposed 'destabilizing actions' in the South China Sea (SCS), including the disruption of routine Philippines maritime operations around Second Thomas (Ayungin) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

US President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) mentioned the Philippines in a joint statement which touched on various topics, including their concern on peace and stability in the region.

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