Manila's military chief, Romeo Brawner, announced on Monday (Jan 15) that the Philippines intends to enhance the habitability of islands in the South China Sea, which it considers part of its territory. The development plans emerge against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, with both nations asserting claims over the South China Sea and exchanging accusations of assertive actions in this strategically significant waterway.

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