VP Harris Urges Defense of Sovereignty in South China Sea

VP Harris Urges Defense of Sovereignty in South China Sea
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris (R) is given a tour on board the Philippine Coast Guard BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) during her visit to Puerto Princesa, Palawan province, western Philippines, on Nov. 22, 2022. Philippine Coast Guard via AP
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PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines—Vice President Kamala Harris urged countries on Tuesday to stand up for territorial integrity and freedom of navigation in the South China Sea, which has been challenged by the Chinese regime, and said Washington would press an international campaign against “irresponsible behavior” in the disputed waters.

Harris did not cite China by name but was obviously referring to Beijing when she underscored America’s support to treaty ally the Philippines “in the face of intimidation and coercion in the South China Sea.”