The Armed Forces of the Philippines conducted joint naval and air exercises with the United States, Australia, and New Zealand in the disputed South China Sea. The two-day drills included anti-submarine simulations, refuelling operations, and aerial fly-bys. Officials say the exercises highlight the nations’ shared commitment to maritime security and a rules-based Indo-Pacific order amid rising regional tensions. #SouthChinaSea #Philippines #USNavy #Australia #NewZealand #IndoPacific #NDTVDigitalOriginals #NDTVWorld