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What is 'freedom of navigation'?
'Freedom of navigation' refers to the principle that ships can travel through international waters without interference. The US Navy often conducts 'freedom of navigation operations' (FONOPs) in areas like the South China Sea to assert this right, challenging excessive maritime claims by other nations and ensuring open sea lanes for all.
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