A Chinese military helicopter flew dangerously close to a Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic (BFAR) aircraft above Scarborough Shoal on February 18, 2025, escalating tensions in the disputed South China Sea region. The incident highlights the ongoing maritime disputes between China and the Philippines over the strategically important fishing ground.
A Chinese military helicopter flew close to a Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic (BFAR) aircraft above Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. The incident, captured in a photograph by AP Photo/Joeal Calupitan, has heightened tensions in the disputed South China Sea region. Scarborough Shoal , a rich fishing ground, is claimed by both China and the Philippines , leading to frequent confrontations between their maritime forces.
This latest encounter underscores the ongoing maritime disputes and the delicate security situation in the South China Sea. Both countries have asserted their sovereignty over the shoal, with China employing increasingly assertive actions to enforce its claims. The Philippines, supported by its allies, has condemned China's actions and called for a peaceful resolution based on international law. The international community has expressed concern over the escalating tensions in the South China Sea, urging all parties to exercise restraint and engage in constructive dialogue. The incident involving the Chinese military helicopter and the Philippine BFAR aircraft further complicates the already fragile situation and raises the risk of accidental escalation.
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