# Chinese Coast Guard rams Philippine boat in South China Sea, sparking diplomatic clash

https://mins.news/en/item/68902

- Fox News, 2026-09-22 12:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/chinese-coast-guard-rams-philippine-boat-south-china-sea-sparking-diplomatic-clash

> A Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine government ship near Palawan while the Philippine vessel was delivering fuel to fishermen. Manila called the incident deliberate, while Beijing blamed the Philippine crew and said it was conducting lawful operations near Sabina Shoal. The damaged ship reported no injuries, and the United States and China exchanged accusations over the confrontation.

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