China blames Philippines for vessels colliding in South China Sea

BEIJING: China’s coast guard said two Philippine government vessels illegally entered waters in the South China Sea on Sunday, leading to a collision.

One Philippine government vessel “dangerously approached the Chinese Coast Guard vessel” near Sandy Cay, causing the collision for which the Philippine side bears full responsibility, China said.

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The area, part of the Spratly Islands in a disputed part of the South China Sea, where Manila and Beijing have had repeated confrontations over the years.