Chinese ship rams Philippines gov’t vessel in South China Sea: Coastguard
Summary
A Chinese Coast Guard ship collided with a Philippine government vessel off the coast of Palawan in the South China Sea. The Philippine Coast Guard said the Chinese ship rammed their vessel during risky maneuvers, but China denied responsibility, blaming the Philippines instead.Key Facts
- The incident happened near Palawan province in the South China Sea.
- The Philippine vessel was on a mission to deliver fuel to fishermen.
- No one was hurt, but the Philippine ship was seriously damaged on one side.
- The Philippine Coast Guard said the Chinese ship first cut across their path twice before ramming them.
- China said the Philippine ship ignored warnings and caused the collision by changing its course and speeding up.
- These clashes are part of ongoing tensions over territory claims in the South China Sea.
- In July, a UN-backed tribunal said China’s claims to most of the sea have no legal basis.
- The United States has criticized China’s military activities in the area and supports the Philippines.
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