Beijing: Tensions between China and the Philippines remain high in the South China Sea. Meanwhile, China has made a big allegation against the Philippines, saying that the Philippines deliberately hit a Chinese ship in the South China Sea. According to a statement issued on Monday, China said that the Philippines repeatedly ignored its warnings.
According to a short video of the incident posted on social media by the Chinese Coast Guard, the collision between the ships of the two countries took place at 3:24 am on Monday.
'Philippines' action is not provocative'
Meanwhile, Philippines Security Council spokesperson Jonathan Malaya issued a statement on this incident saying that the action of Manila (capital of Philippines) to protect its rights in the South China Sea is not provocative.
Philippines illegally intruded into the waters- China
According to China Coast Guard spokesman Gan Yu, on Monday, two Philippines coast guard ships illegally intruded into the waters near Sabina Shoal without permission. He said that our soldiers had warned the opposing ship to stop.
"The Philippines has repeatedly provoked us and caused trouble. The temporary arrangement between China and the Philippines has been violated," Gan said.
China warns Philippines of dire consequences
At the same time, China's coast guard said that they took control measures against the Philippines ships in accordance with the law regarding this incident. At the same time, the Philippines was warned of consequences if it did not immediately stop the violation and provocation.
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