Chinese ships harassed Philippine ships in Manila's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) while they were escorting civilian boats towards Ayungin Shoal. The Chinese Ships, including a China Coast Guard ship and vessels from China's maritime militia fleet, swarmed around the Philippine Coast Guard ship, Cabra, and executed dangerous maneuvers to impede the civilian boats' passage. Despite the tense encounter, the Filipino civilian boats managed to reach Sierra Madre, pick up Philippine Navy personnel, and deliver supplies. The Philippine Coast Guard recorded 10 instances of dangerous maneuvers by Chinese ships during the incident.

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