China-Philippines row opens new flashpoint in South China Sea

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on September 2, 2024
Chinese and Philippine ships have clashed in the South China Sea, specifically at Sabina Shoal. The Philippines deployed a significant coast guard vessel to the area, resulting in collisions and mutual allegations. This escalation jeopardizes the peace agreement reached in July regarding the Second Thomas Shoal, raising tensions...

Video credit: AFP English
Published on September 2, 2024 -  00:26
China says protecting 'sovereignty' after Philippine ship rammed
Beijing says it was defending its "territorial sovereignty" in the South China Sea after the Philippines released footage appearing to show a Chinese Coast Guard vessel ramming one of its ships during an at-sea confrontation. The Chinese Foreign Ministry says its "maritime rights and interests" in the region are "legal and legitimate."

You are here


Related videos from verified sources

The Last of the Sea Women Documentary Movie 02:04
Credit: Teaser Trailer - Published on September 5, 2024 


Related news from verified sources

Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated as China's coast guard clashes with Philippine vessels. The conflict, centered around the Sabina Shoal, has drawn...
on September 4, 2024 • IndiaTimes

The armed forces of five nations—Philippines, United States, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand—conducted joint maritime exercises in the South China Sea to...
on September 29, 2024 • IndiaTimes

You might like