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Scarborough Shoal

Philippines to Probe Claims of Chinese Cyanide Use at Scarborough Shoal

Philippines to Probe Claims of Chinese Cyanide Use at Scarborough Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
Allegations that Chinese vessels have used the toxic chemical in their fishing operations add to the climate of tension in the South China Sea.

Philippines Again Condemns ‘Provocative’ Chinese Actions in South China Sea

Philippines Again Condemns ‘Provocative’ Chinese Actions in South China Sea

By Sebastian Strangio
The condemnation came after the Philippine Coast Guard reported another incident in the vicinity of Scarborough Shoal on January 12.
Philippines Expecting Further Chinese Escalation in South China Sea, Official Says

Philippines Expecting Further Chinese Escalation in South China Sea, Official Says

By Sebastian Strangio
After a tumultuous 2023, the Philippines is set for another year of confrontation in contested waters.

Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash

Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash

By Sebastian Strangio
In two separate incidents over the weekend, Chinese vessels collided with and used water cannons against Philippine ships in contested parts of the South China Sea.

Philippines Again Accuses China of Intruding Into Its Portion of the South China Sea

Philippines Again Accuses China of Intruding Into Its Portion of the South China Sea

By Sebastian Strangio
The accusation follows the Chinese military's claim that a Philippine vessel "illegally entered" the area around Scarborough Shoal, which both nations claim.

Philippines Will Toughen South China Sea Stance, Admiral Says

Philippines Will Toughen South China Sea Stance, Admiral Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Vice Adm. Alberto Carlos' comments come two days after the Philippine Coast Guard removed a barrier that Chinese ships had installed at the disputed Scarborough Shoal.

Philippines Says It Removed ‘Floating Barrier’ From Disputed Shoal

Philippines Says It Removed ‘Floating Barrier’ From Disputed Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine Coast Guard described China's installation of the barrier at Scarborough Shoal as "a clear violation of international law.”
Philippines Protests China’s Installation of Submerged Barrier at Disputed Shoal

Philippines Protests China’s Installation of Submerged Barrier at Disputed Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
The "floating barrier" is intended to prevent Filipino fishermen from accessing Scarborough Shoal, a China-occupied feature in the South China Sea.

New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea

New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea

By Vincent Kyle Parada
Although both sides have kept it low key, Chinese coast guard activities are continuing in areas claimed by Manila.

Philippines Calls Out Dangerous Chinese Actions Near Disputed Shoal

Philippines Calls Out Dangerous Chinese Actions Near Disputed Shoal

By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine Coast Guard claims that Chinese vessels have maneuvered dangerously close to Philippine ships on four occasions over the past year.

Philippines Protests ‘Blocking’ of Its Patrol Ships by China

Philippines Protests ‘Blocking’ of Its Patrol Ships by China

By Jim Gomez
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has asked the Philippines to respect what it calls Chinese sovereignty in the disputed waters.
South China Sea: Philippine Coast Guard Spots PLAN Warship Off Scarborough Shoal

South China Sea: Philippine Coast Guard Spots PLAN Warship Off Scarborough Shoal

By Ankit Panda
The warship was accompanied by China Coast Guard and maritime militia vessels.

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