Philippine Vessel Withdraws from Sabina Shoal After Five Months: China Coast Guard

A Philippine vessel exited Sabina Shoal after nearly five months, which China deemed illegal, reported Xinhua News Agency. The China Coast Guard stated it acted lawfully against the vessel and thwarted several Philippine supply attempts, per spokesperson Liu Dejun.

A Philippine vessel has withdrawn from Sabina Shoal, ending a nearly five-month standoff that China classified as illegal, according to the official Xinhua News Agency.

The China Coast Guard announced that it took lawful actions against the Philippine vessel 9701. Efforts by the Philippines to resupply the vessel were repeatedly thwarted.

This statement was released by China Coast Guard spokesperson Liu Dejun, emphasizing China's legal measures in response to the situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)