Source: China – South China Morning PostTensions are rising again at the disputed Second Thomas Shoal following a surge in activity from Chinese and Philippine vessels at a critical time for resupplying troops stationed on a stranded warship.
The Philippines said a Chinese navy tugboat had been spotted approaching the BRP Sierra Madre, but downplayed suggestions it would try to tow the ageing ship away.
Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, a spokesman for the Philippine Navy, said the 1,500-tonne tugboat 185 had been sighted just 5…Read More