Philippines and China summoned ambassadors after a South China Sea clash, each blaming the other and escalating tensions.
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ASEAN foreign ministers meet in Manila to tackle energy and food security, Myanmar tensions, and South China Sea disputes.
China sanctioned Philippine defence chief Teodoro over South China Sea remarks, but he remains defiant, vowing to keep defending sovereignty.
Indonesia expands defence and energy partnerships with France while balancing ties with the US, Russia, and other major powers.