🌊 Tensions flared in the South China Sea after China Coast Guard (CCG) released footage showing a collision between its ship and a Philippine vessel near Tiexian Jiao. The CCG accused Philippine vessels 3002 and 3003 of entering Chinese waters without authorization on Sunday, sparking a dramatic maritime standoff.
📹 According to CCG spokesperson Liu Dejun, the Philippine vessel 3003 ignored multiple warnings and performed a dangerous maneuver toward Chinese ship 21559 at 9:19 a.m., leading to the collision. 'The responsibility lies entirely with the Philippines,' Liu stated, emphasizing the CCG's actions were 'professional and lawful.'
⚖️ The incident highlights ongoing disputes in the resource-rich Nansha Islands (known internationally as the Spratlys), where overlapping territorial claims have led to frequent confrontations. Analysts say this clash could test regional diplomacy ahead of upcoming ASEAN meetings.
🌏 While Manila has yet to respond, netizens are buzzing with #SouthChinaSea hashtags. Stay tuned as we track how this high-stakes maritime chess game unfolds! 🔍
