What happened with Chinese ships in the South China Sea?
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Answer
Two Chinese ships collided during a high-speed pursuit of a Philippine patrol boat near Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. The incident occurred as the Philippine vessel was supplying fishermen. The Philippines described the Chinese maneuvers as dangerous, and one Chinese ship sustained visible damage.
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- Two Chinese ships collided at high speed in the South China Sea.
- The collision happened as a China Coast Guard ship pursued a Philippine Coast Guard vessel. 5s
- The China Coast Guard ship struck a Chinese Navy ship during the incident. 10s
- Beijing stated its ships acted lawfully and did not mention the collision. 17s
- The Philippines called the incident hazardous and noted damage to the Chinese ship's hull. 22s