South China Sea Clashes
6 articles from 6 countries
China's Coast Guard accuses the Philippines of harassing its vessel near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal, while the Philippines reports a sailor was injured by a baton. Taiwan also notes a significant rise in Chinese maritime activity near its waters, with China increasing its military presence by 83 percent.
China accuses Philippines of harassing vessel in disputed waters
- China's Coast Guard accused the Philippines of aggressively harassing a patrol vessel near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal. - The incident involved two Philippine rubber boats approaching and colliding with the Chinese ship, despite warnings. - China asserts its determination to protect its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights in the South China Sea.
Philippines, China Clash in South China Sea; 1 Soldier Injured
- The Philippines accused China's Coast Guard of assaulting a Filipino naval soldier with a wooden stick during a confrontation near the disputed Ayungin Shoal. - The incident, which left a naval persโฆ
Taiwan says โsignificantโ rise in China maritime activity near island
- Taiwan reported a significant increase in Chinese ships in its surrounding waters in June, including coast guard, rescue, and research vessels. - The heightened activity, described as
China increases military presence around Taiwan by 83 percent
- China has significantly increased its military presence around Taiwan, with a 83% monthly rise in Chinese government vessels near the main island. - Taiwan's authorities report that Beijing is intenโฆ
Philippine military says China injured sailor in sea clash
- The Philippine military accused the China Coast Guard of injuring a sailor with a baton during a clash near the BRP Sierra Madre in the South China Sea. - The incident occurred as Chinese vessels apโฆ
Taiwan Says โSignificantโ Rise in China Maritime Activity Near Island
- Taiwan detected a significant increase in Chinese ships operating around the island in June. - The number of Chinese vessels, including coast guard and research ships, rose to 263 from 200 the previโฆ