China Coast Guard spokesman Jiang Lue said on Sept 27 the force conducted law-enforcement drills in waters near Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal), focusing on boarding inspections, interception of incursions and forced towing. He said the coast guard will step up enforcement and control in the area to resolutely defend China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.

2026-09-27

China Coast Guard spokesman Jiang Lue said on Sept 27 the force conducted law-enforcement drills in waters near Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal), focusing on boarding inspections, interception of incursions and forced towing. He said the coast guard will step up enforcement and control in the area to resolutely defend China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.