China and Philippines have a rare naval stand-off near disputed Scarborough Shoal (opens original article in a new tab)

China and the Philippines had a naval confrontation near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, coinciding with the end of a joint military exercise. The area is claimed by both countries.

• Four Chinese warships confronted a Philippine Navy vessel near Scarborough Shoal
• The incident occurred during the end of a joint military exercise involving the US and allies
• Scarborough Shoal is a disputed area claimed by both China and the Philippines