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BEIJING, China — China and the Philippines on Saturday accused each other of deliberately ramming their coast guard ships near a flashpoint shoal in the South China Sea, the latest in a spate of similar incidents in recent weeks.
Sabina Shoal is located in the oil-rich Spratly Islands of the South China Sea
THE number of Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) ships in the Ayungin Shoal area is increasing, the Philippine Navy said on Tuesday.
China and Philippine coast guard vessels clashed again in the South China Sea, marking the latest flareup in the disputed waters and undermining a temporary deal to avoid conflict.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has asserted its right to operate within Escoda Shoal, located within the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), amid growing tensions with China over the contested area.
When one thinks of Filipino values, the concept of "bayanihan" easily comes to mind. In English, this loosely translates to working together to accomplish a difficult task. It is normally depicted as a community carrying the nipa hut of one of its members to transfer it to a different location. Bayanihan is a manifestation of unity, resilience, and the high regard that community members have for one another.
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese boats were spotted by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) while patrolling Sabina Shoal, the agency said on Friday.
MANILA, Philippines — A Chinese research vessel has been “surveying” in the vicinity of Escoda (Sabina) Shoal near Palawan since July 25, according to a defense and maritime security expert tracking movements of vessels in the South China Sea.