Chinese air force drops flares in 'provocation' of Philippines amid row over disputed territory

The Philippines' military chief condemned what he said was the provocative actions of two Chinese air force aircraft that executed a dangerous manoeuvre and dropped flares in the path of a Philippine air force plane on routine patrol in the South China Sea. All those aboard the Philippine air force NC-212i light transport plane were unharmed and returned safely to Clark Air Base north of Manila after Thursday morning's incident over the Scarborough Shoal, General Romeo Brawner said, without providing other details. Register and create a profile to get access to our free stories. You'll also unlock more free stories each week.