Tensions are bubbling in the South China Sea 🌊 as China called out the Philippines over what it calls \"trespassing\" near Ren'ai Jiao, part of China's Nansha Qundao, on Saturday. 🗓️
According to Gan Yu, spokesperson for the China Coast Guard, the Philippines sent two coast guard ships and a supply ship to the area, aiming to deliver construction materials to a military vessel that China says is illegally grounded there. And get this—it happened just 18 days after the last supply run! 🚢🚢🚢
China isn't thrilled. Gan Yu accused the Philippines of stirring up trouble and disrupting the chill vibes in the South China Sea. Despite multiple warnings 🚨, the Philippine ships pushed their way into the area.
But China wasn't having it. The China Coast Guard took what they called \"lawful and professional\" action to regulate, intercept, and expel the ships. 🛡️
In a stern message, Gan Yu warned: \"Those who play with fire will get burned.\" 🔥🔥🔥
China says their Coast Guard is on high alert, ready to defend the country's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. Looks like they're not backing down anytime soon! 💪
Reference(s):
China urges the Philippines not to undermine South China Sea stability
cgtn.com
