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Chinese Coast Guard Cutter Collides With Naval Destroyer During High-Speed Chase Off Scarborough Shoal

Philippine officials released footage of the crash to underscore the risk of miscalculation in disputed waters

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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A screen grab of the video released by the Philippines shows the moment of the collision. Credit: PCG

Overview

  • On Aug. 11, Philippine Coast Guard video captured China Coast Guard cutter CCG 3104 ramming into PLA Navy destroyer 164 as both pursued the patrol boat BRP Suluan near Scarborough Shoal.
  • Footage and photos show the cutter’s forecastle crumpled inward and crew members on deck just before impact, with officials declaring the vessel unseaworthy.
  • Manila offered man-overboard recovery and medical aid for any injured Chinese personnel, but reported that the cutter’s crew did not respond to those offers.
  • China’s coast guard confirmed it had driven away Philippine vessels under legal authority and accused Manila of intruding under the pretext of delivering supplies, without acknowledging the collision.
  • President Marcos Jr. vowed to maintain Philippine patrols in the area to defend sovereign rights, warning that dangerous encounters risk further escalation.