MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua stopped an incursion by China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel near the coastline of Zambales.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua stopped an incursion by China Coast Guard vessel near the coastline of Zambales.The confrontation escalated on Saturday afternoon, prompting China to deploy its formidable 'monster ship,' the CCG-5901, in an apparent bid to assert dominance in the contested waters.
Demonstrating exceptional maritime maneuvering, Commodore Jay Tarriela, PCG spokesman for the WPS, said the Philippine vessel decisively blocked the Chinese ship's advance, forcing it to retreat from its provocative course.In response, China redeployed the CCG-5901 to challenge the PCG's steadfast position.Despite the intimidating presence of the 10,000-ton 'monster ship,' the BRP Teresa Magbanua executed a bold tactical maneuver.
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