Two Philippine coast guard vessels were rammed by Chinese vessels near the Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea on 19 August 2024.
The Sabina Shoal is located within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). It now has become a new point were China applies pressure against the Philippines in its efforts to assert its control over the South China Sea.
As the Philippine coast guard vessels were moving toward the Sabina Shoal, the Chinese ships moved to prevent them from reaching it, maneuvering aggressively and ultimately ramming the Philippine vessels, both of which were damaged in the encounter.
The Sabina Shoal is located about 140 kilometers from the Philippine island of Palawan.
Efforts Category: China’s Military Pressure vs Philippines
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