Civilian convoy aborts 'Christmas' trip

By Agence France-Presse

Dec 10, 2023 9:36 pm

MANILA, Philippines: A convoy of civilian boats planning to deliver provisions to Filipino fishermen and troops in the disputed South China Sea aborted the trip on Sunday after 'constant shadowing' by Chinese vessels, the organizer said.

The 'Christmas convoy,' which departed the Philippines' western island of Palawan in the early hours of Sunday, was being led by dozens of volunteers on two boats carrying food, water and other donations.

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