From July 23 to 24, 2026, the Philippines sent vessels to illegally intrude into the territorial waters of China's Huangyan Dao for two straight days. This choreographed, provocative act seriously violated China's sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. The Chinese Coast Guard took necessary measures in accordance with the law to expel the intruding Philippine vessels in a professional and restrained way.

However, the Philippines once again resorted to its old tricks of "playing the victim" by blaming China and smearing China Coast Guard's rights-protection measures as "illegal, coercive, and aggressive."

It is worth noting that the Philippines again brought reporters on board in its latest infringement activities and provocations and created tensions at sea by playing up the issue, proving itself to be the saboteur of the peace and stability in the South China Sea and the troublemaker in the region.

Huangyan Dao is China's inherent territory. We warn the Philippine side to cease all acts of infringement and provocation, abandon reckless adventurism and avoid misjudging the situation. Further provocation and troublemaking will only backfire. China's resolve to defend its sovereignty and safeguard peace and stability in the South China Sea remains rock-solid and unshakable.

Producers: Li Weichao, Zhang Jinwen and Yang Xueqing