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China Conducts Air-Sea Exercise Near Scarborough Shoal on Sunday

China conducts air-sea exercise near disputed Scarborough Shoal, sparking concerns in the Philippines.

By · Published September 28, 2026  02:29 UTC · Updated September 28, 2026  02:29 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: China conducts air-sea exercise near disputed Scarborough Shoal, sparking concerns in the Philippines.
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China conducted an air-sea exercise near the Scarborough Shoal on Sunday, according to Bloomberg. The exercise involved a replenishment ship, the 'Qinghaihu', and a WZ-7 drone, as reported by the Global Times.

The Table.Briefings outlet noted the notable timing of the military exercise. The current state of the exercise remains unclear, with no further updates provided by the outlets.

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The obvious questions

What is the Scarborough Shoal?

Coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of the Scarborough Shoal.

What is the South China Sea dispute?

Coverage does not yet specify the details of the South China Sea dispute.

What is the significance of the WZ-7 drone?

Coverage does not yet specify the significance of the WZ-7 drone.

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