💨 Abstract

A collision between a Chinese Coast Guard ship and a Chinese navy destroyer in the South China Sea resulted in significant damage to the Coast Guard vessel. The incident occurred near the disputed Scarborough Shoal while Chinese ships were pursuing a smaller Filipino patrol boat. Analysts consider the collision somewhat "fortunate" as it could have escalated into a more severe conflict, potentially involving U.S. intervention due to its mutual defense treaty with the Philippines.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff