Ayungin Shoal

Ayungin Shoal is a disputed area in the South China Sea claimed by both the Philippines and China, where the Philippine Navy has stationed BRP Sierra Madre since 1999 to assert sovereignty. Recent resupply missions for Filipino troops have been largely unimpeded, reflecting improved relations despite ongoing territorial tensions. The Department of National Defense remains vigilant and cautious in verifying reports of any confrontations or incidents near Ayungin Shoal.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

Recent stories about Ayungin Shoal

Phil Coast Guard: Chinese release of old Ayungin Shoal footage misleading

Philippine Coast Guard Spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela clarified that footage showing a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel and a Philippine Navy boat at Ayungin Shoal is an 'old video' from June of the previous year.
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DND denies Chinese Coast Guard towing Philippine vessel in Ayungin Shoal

The Department of National Defense (DND) has not confirmed reports that a Chinese Coast Guard ship towed a Philippine vessel in Ayungin Shoal, with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) stating these claims are false and based on old footage.
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23 Chinese ships spotted in WPS; PH Navy patrols continue

A Philippine Navy official reported on Tuesday that 23 Chinese naval and coast guard ships were monitored in key areas of the West Philippine Sea from July 14 to 27, marking a resurgence after a brief lull due to severe weather.
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Philippine troops at West Philippine Sea features safe despite bad weather

The Philippine Navy reported on Tuesday that military personnel manning nine features in the West Philippine Sea, including those aboard BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal, are safe despite recent bad weather caused by the enhanced southwest monsoon.
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US to build boat repair facility in Palawan for Philippine military

The United States Navy plans to build a boat maintenance facility in Palawan to repair Philippine military vessels, according to the US Embassy announcement on Wednesday, July 16.
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49 Chinese ships in West Philippine Sea in June

Forty-nine Chinese warships and coast guard vessels were monitored in three West Philippine Sea features in June, marking the highest monthly count this year.
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41 Chinese vessels monitored in West Philippine Sea in May

The Philippine Navy reported on Tuesday that 41 Chinese warships and Coast Guard vessels were monitored in various features of the West Philippine Sea in May 2025.
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AFP rejects China’s claims on Ayungin Shoal resupply mission

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday dismissed China Coast Guard claims regarding a recent rotation and resupply mission near BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal.
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AFP completes routine resupply at BRP Sierra Madre, 7th consecutive success

On Wednesday, April 9, as the nation observed the 83rd anniversary of Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) successfully completed another routine troop rotation and resupply mission to BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal.
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AFP completes routine rotation to BRP Sierra Madre, sixth consecutive unimpeded mission

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) completed another routine troop rotation and resupply mission to BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal on Tuesday, March 4, without any incidents.
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