Philippines accuses China of 'piracy' in South China Sea

Chinese with 'bolo, spear, knives' boarded Manila ship and seized weapons, equipment

RAMON ROYANDOYAN, Nikkei staff writer

MANILA -- The Philippines accused China of "piracy" on Wednesday, as defense officials reported injuries and stolen equipment following an incident in Second Thomas Shoal, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea.

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