Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen in waters off the Philippines

A submarine drone suspected to be from China was recovered in waters off the central Philippines, police said on Thursday, warning of "potential national security implications."

Three fishermen found the drone on Monday around six miles off the coast of San Pascual in Masbate province, a police report said.

The Philippines and China have for years clashed over maritime rights in the South China Sea as well as possession of reefs and islets.