Philippines asserts security independence in South China Sea

FILE - Philippine navy personnel collect remains of food packs floating in the South China Sea, May 19, 2024. The Philippines said the Chinese coast guard seized another food pack dropped by a plane for Filipino navy personnel. The nations are in an ongoing struggle over the sea.

The Philippines will continue to maintain and supply its outposts in the South China Sea without seeking permission from any other country, the country's national security adviser said.