Near the contested Huangyan Island, a foreign merchant ship sank, spurring China’s Coast Guard to orchestrate a comprehensive rescue amid choppy seas. Rescuers have accounted for 17 crewmen—two deceased, four missing—as the operation intensifies.
Cooperation shone through when Manila requested support, leading to coordinated action via Dongsha’s command. On January 25 at 14:43, vessels Dongsha and Sanmen arrived alongside Philippine ship 9701, ensuring survivors’ safe passage in a display of swift, effective partnership.
The Coast Guard’s lightning response, deploying purpose-built ships right after the翻转, prioritizes human life over territorial frictions. Teams remain fully committed, organizing every unit to track down the lost souls.
This unfolding saga underscores the unpredictable dangers of global shipping lanes and the value of unified efforts in saving lives at sea.