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China-Philippines clash in South China Sea ahead of Asean meet: What happened at Second Thomas Shoal?
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Chinese and Philippine forces clashed at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.
Sailors from both sides used oars and batons during the confrontation.
Philippines reported a sailor suffered a head injury, allegedly from Chinese Coast Guard.
China rejected the allegation and accused the Philippines of provoking the incident.
The clash occurred ahead of Asean foreign ministers' talks involving the US and China.
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