US Condemns China's Dangerous Actions Near Sabina Shoal Collision

Aug 19, 2024, 11:05 PM

The United States has issued a strong condemnation of China's actions in the South China Sea, where Chinese Coast Guard vessels reportedly engaged in aggressive maneuvers against Philippine vessels. The incident, which occurred near Sabina Shoal, involved the Chinese ships deliberately colliding with two Philippine Coast Guard vessels. The U.S. State Department described these actions as 'dangerous' and 'reckless,' underscoring the tensions in the region. The Philippines has not accused the Chinese ships of ramming but attributes the collision to the aggressive maneuvers by the Chinese Coast Guard.