中国通过防护和巡逻舰阻断菲律宾进入黄岩岛的通道。 China blocks Philippines' access to Scarborough Shoal with barrier and patrol vessels.

通过部署浮动屏障和巡逻船只, 中国加强了对南海斯卡伯勒沙的控制权, China has reinforced its control over Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea by deploying a floating barrier and patrol vessels, blocking access to the disputed area. 菲律宾声称该海是自己的, 但报告说中国的海上民兵在附近行动, The Philippines, which claims the shoal, reported Chinese maritime militia operating nearby despite a temporary removal of the barrier. 由于美菲军事合作日益加强, Tensions remain high as both nations maintain a presence and amid increased U.S.-Philippines military cooperation.