Chinese Ships Drove Away Philippine Ships in South China Sea

Tension between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea rose again today. Chinese coast guard ships used water cannons to keep three Philippino ships carrying fuel and food supplies to fishing boats near Scarborough Shoal from waters in the South China Sea, for which both parties stake out claims. Philippine authorities condemned China’s action for being “illegal and aggressive.” Meanwhile, Chinese officials stated that they took measures against ships entering their waters without permission.