Manila accused Chinese ships of aggressive actions, including firing water cannons and making "dangerous maneuvers," against Philippine vessels resupplying a remote military outpost in the disputed South China Sea.

The United States has issued a renewed warning that it will come to the defense of the Philippines in the event of any armed attacks, following an incident in the South China Sea where Chinese coastguard ships allegedly intentionally collided with Philippine vessels.

The Philippines accused Chinese coastguard vessels of intentionally colliding with its vessels during a resupply mission in the disputed South China Sea, further straining relations between the two nations.