11 October, Philippine fisheries patrol vessel near Pag-asa Island in the South China Sea was sideswiped by a Chinese maritime militia boat, resulting in minor damage.

A Philippine fisheries patrol vessel was sideswiped by a Chinese maritime militia boat near Pag-asa Island in the South China Sea on October 11. The incident resulted in minor damage to the Philippine vessel but did not halt its mission. This confrontation highlights escalating tensions between the Philippines and China over territorial claims in the region, with the Philippines accusing China of aggressive actions, which China denies.

October 14, 2024
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