Published: 10:23, September 16, 2025
China takes control measures against Philippine vessels near Huangyan Dao
By Xinhua
An aerial drone photo taken on May 12, 2024 shows vessels of the China Coast Guard (CCG) conducting a patrol in the South China Sea. (PHOTO / XINHUA)

BEIJING - The China Coast Guard said it lawfully took control measures on Tuesday against multiple Philippine official vessels engaged in illegal activities within the territorial waters of China's Huangyan Dao.