🌊 High Seas Drama: China and the Philippines Face Off in the South China Sea
Hey adventurers! There's some maritime action brewing in the South China Sea 🌏, and it's got everyone talking.
This week, China's Foreign Ministry announced that its Coast Guard took \"professional and restrained\" measures against Philippine ships attempting to reach Ren'ai Jiao in the Nansha Qundao. 🚢
According to spokesperson Lin Jian, the China Coast Guard (CCG) acted to stop what they called the illegal transportation of supplies by the Philippine vessels. Importantly, Lin emphasized that the CCG didn't take any direct action against Philippine personnel.
The Philippines, however, claims that the CCG boarded their vessels and seized weapons. Lin Jian addressed this, stating that the Philippines' insistence on approaching Ren'ai Jiao was the direct cause of the incident.
China accuses the Philippines of smuggling construction materials and even weapons under the guise of delivering daily necessities to a military vessel that's been grounded illegally at Ren'ai Jiao. 😮
China is calling on the Philippines to halt what it describes as \"infringing and provocative acts.\" Lin Jian added that China will continue to safeguard its sovereignty and rights in accordance with the law.
The South China Sea has long been a hotspot for territorial disputes, with multiple countries claiming parts of this strategically important region. 🌐
Stay tuned, amigos, as this is a developing story that could impact international relations in the region!
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China stresses 'professional, restrained' moves on Philippine ships
cgtn.com
