US condemns ‘dangerous actions’ by China against Philippine vessels

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This photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, shows damage on the Philippines coast guard vessel BRP Cape Engano (MRRV-4411) after a collision with a Chinese coast guard ship Monday, Aug. 19, 2024 in the disputed South China Sea. (Philippine Coast Guard via AP)
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WASHINGTON: The US State Department condemned “dangerous actions” by China on Monday against Philippine vessels in the South China Sea.
Chinese ships “employed reckless maneuvers, deliberately colliding with two Philippine Coast Guard ships, causing structural damage and jeopardizing the safety of the crew onboard,” the department said in a statement.

Topics: South China Sea China Philippines