On September 16, tensions flared in the South China Sea when a Philippine official vessel intentionally rammed a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship near Huangyan Dao after dismissing multiple warnings. 🚨🛳️
CCG spokesperson Gan Yu reported that over 10 Philippine vessels illegally entered the Chinese mainland's territorial waters that morning. To enforce maritime law, the CCG issued warnings, controlled navigation routes, and deployed water cannons to maintain order.
At around 10 a.m., one vessel ignored the alerts and collided with a CCG ship in what CCG spokesperson Gan Yu described as 'an unprofessional and dangerous manner'. After the impact, the Philippine vessel retreated from the area.
Although there were no reported injuries, the incident underscores the risk of sharp encounters in disputed waters. Experts say ongoing dialogue and clear rules are essential to prevent accidents and maintain regional stability. 🌏🤝
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Philippine vessel rams into Chinese ship, retreats after warning
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