Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua concluded its mission at the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea after months of asserting Manila’s territorial claims. The ship's presence highlighted the ongoing tensions between the Philippines and China in the region, where China continues to expand its territorial assertions. This move reflects the geopolitical complexities of the South China Sea, reminiscent of earlier confrontations like the 2012 Scarborough Shoal standoff.