Chinese Coast Guard Vessels Collide With Philippine Vessels After "Dangerous Maneuvers"

The Philippines is America's oldest ally in the Indo-Pacific region, since 1951.

MANILA - The Philippines, which is an ally of the United States, has reported two incidents of "dangerous maneuvering" by the Chinese Coast Guard and Chinese militia vessels which resulted in collisions.

Videos issued by the Philippine Coast Guard are attached to this report, along with Philippine reports of the incident and the response by the United States, and a statement about the history of the US/Philippine alliance, America's oldest Indo-Pacific Ally. 

Statement From The US Embassy In The Philippines

Philippines Press Releases: Philippines Remains Committed to Protecting and Securing the National Interest, Despite Provocations: