Philippines says it will end joint-US patrols in South China Sea

The Philippines defence chief says future naval exercises with the U.S. military in the disputed South China Sea will be suspended.

In a statement on Friday, Delfin Lorenzana said the decision was at the order of the country's President.

Kevin McAleese reports from Washington...

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