Philippines Fishermen Leery of Entering Contested Waters

Almost two years ago ships from China and the Phillipines held a months-long standoff at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea.  This week, some local fishermen are still staying away.  The issue remains heated in the days leading up to the deadline for the Philippines to file pleadings in its international arbitration case against China over the contested waters.    Macario Sepulveda has been fishing in the South China Sea for more than 30 years.  He says the...

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