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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Rohit David

Philippines Still Offered Aid After South China Sea Collision Where Chinese Navy Hit Its Own Coast Guard Ship

Chinese navy and coast guard ships collided on 11 August 2025 while pursuing a Philippine vessel near Scarborough Shoal (Credit: Jason Hu : Pexels)

A Chinese navy warship and a China Coast Guard vessel collided on Monday while pursuing a Philippine Coast Guard ship near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, escalating tensions in a region critical to global trade.

The incident, captured on video by the Philippine Coast Guard, occurred during a Philippine mission to deliver aid to local fishermen, highlighting ongoing maritime disputes between China and the Philippines.

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