Tension! US ships intercepted a Chinese CCG vessel while harassing a Philippine ship at Escoda Shoal.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and marine scientists from the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute (UP-MSI) were chased by Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) during a science mission at Escoda Shoal last Tuesday, authorities reported Friday.

Shortly after their departure, several CCG boats began tailing the PCG boats. The tension escalated when the CCG boat repeatedly collided with the PCG vessel as they attempted to interfere with the scientists' research.

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