Philippines says fishermen hurt, boat damaged in China coastguard skirmish
Summary
The Philippines accused the Chinese coastguard of using water cannons against Filipino fishermen near a contested area in the South China Sea, injuring three people and damaging boats. The incident occurred in the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone, leading to a call from the Philippine government for China to follow international conduct standards. China claimed it acted to protect its sovereignty.Key Facts
- The Philippines alleges Chinese coastguard fired water cannons at Filipino fishermen, injuring three and damaging two boats.
- The incident took place near the Sabina Shoal within the Philippines' 200km Exclusive Economic Zone.
- Nearly two dozen Filipino fishing boats were involved, faced high-pressure water and aggressive actions by Chinese vessels.
- The Philippines called on China to respect international conduct to protect lives at sea.
- China defended its actions as necessary to uphold its territorial claims on the shoal.
- The incident is part of ongoing disputes between China and the Philippines over the South China Sea.
- The Philippine coastguard managed to assist injured fishermen despite being blocked.
- The South China Sea region has been a long-standing point of contention between multiple countries.
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