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China Coast Guard Cutter Disabled After Collision in South China Sea Pursuit

Manila is demanding Beijing explain why a coast guard cutter was rendered unseaworthy following the impact.

The Chinese flag is seen in this illustration taken May 30, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
A Chinese coastguard vessel is pictured on Monday in the South China Sea after an apparent collision with another Chinese ship. Photo: Philippine Coast Guard
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screengrab from video posted to social media

Overview

  • Manila released footage showing the China Coast Guard ship CCG 3104 execute a risky starboard quarter maneuver and collide with a PLA Navy warship while chasing the BRP Suluan near Scarborough Shoal.
  • The collision inflicted severe forecastle damage that left CCG 3104 unseaworthy and unable to continue the pursuit.
  • Earlier in the encounter, the BRP Suluan successfully evaded a water cannon attack launched by Chinese vessels.
  • A Chinese coast guard spokesperson confirmed a confrontation took place but did not mention the collision, saying only that its forces acted to drive away Philippine boats.
  • President Ferdinand Marcos reaffirmed that Philippine patrols will continue to defend and exercise Manila’s sovereign rights in the disputed waters.