China Coast Guard lands on Tiexian Jiao and raises flag

4 articles · Updated · Global Times · May 4

The operation followed what China said was an illegal landing by five Philippine crew members on the South China Sea reef despite repeated warnings.
CCG officers said they gathered video evidence, removed plastic bottles, foam boards and bags, and used metal detectors to inspect the reef for hidden markers or other items.
China said the action demonstrated its territorial jurisdiction over Tiexian Jiao in the Nansha Qundao and protected its maritime rights and interests amid continuing tensions with the Philippines.

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