South China Sea: Chinese and Philippine Vessels Collide Amid Escalating Tensions Near Scarborough Shoal
South China Sea: Chinese and Philippine Vessels Collide Amid Escalating Tensions Near Scarborough Shoal Maritime tensions in the South China Sea have escalated following a reported collision between Chinese and Philippine vessels near the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Both nations traded accusations on Tuesday regarding the incident, which saw one Philippine crew member injured. China’s Coast Guard claimed a Philippine vessel rammed one of its ships in the area. Conversely, the Philippine Coast Guard stated that “aggressive actions” by Chinese vessels…