MANILA, Philippines — The State Department on Saturday conveyed its support to the country's newly enacted Maritime Zones Act, joining Australia in congratulating the Philippines on the law's passage.

The statement was issued as China protested the law and promised to take "all measures necessary" to continue protecting its claims in the South China Sea.

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