The Philippines expressed grave concern after a Chinese navy helicopter flew 'dangerously' close to a Philippine patrol plane sparking security concerns. As the nations race against time to enhance defenses,

The U.S. condemned Wednesday "dangerous maneuvers" by China after a Chinese navy helicopter flew within 10 feet of a Philippine plane in the South China Sea.

A Chinese navy helicopter flew within 10 feet of a Philippine patrol plane over the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea; the plane did not have to alter its path to avoid a collision.