MANILA, Philippines — A Philippine ship and a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel collided off Escoda (Sabina) Shoal on Saturday.
MANILA, Philippines — A Philippine ship and a Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided off Escoda Shoal on Saturday.The CCG, in a statement, was quick to blame the collision on the Philippine ship which it said 'acted in an unprofessional and dangerous manner.'The CCG said one of its ships, 5205, 'took measures such as shouting warnings and following up with the ship in accordance with the law and regulations.''The responsibility lies entirely with the Philippines.
China has been urging the Philippines to withdraw one of its ships in Escoda Shoal where it has weighed anchor for several months now.'Do not misjudge the situation, create hot spots, or escalate the situation, otherwise all the consequences caused by this will be borne by the Philippines,' the CCG warned.
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