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China's military says it drove away Dutch frigate in South China Sea

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Posted on May 27, 2026

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· Last updated: May 27, 2026

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China Says Its Military Drove Away Dutch Frigate in the South China Sea Incident

Chinese Military Responds to Dutch Frigate in Disputed Waters

Incident Overview

BEIJING, May 27 (Reuters) - China's military said it organised naval and air forces to drive away a Dutch frigate that it accused of illegally intruding into the Paracel Islands in the disputed South Chin Sea on Wednesday.

Details of the Encounter

Carrier-based helicopters have repeatedly taken off and "intruded into China's airspace," Zhai Shichen, a spokesperson for the People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command said in a statement.

Official Chinese Response

"We firmly oppose this and solemnly urge the Dutch side to immediately cease its infringing and provocative acts," Zhai said, adding the Chinese military will resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and security.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Yukun Zhang, Shi Bu and Ryan Woo; Editing by Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • China’s Southern Theater Command accused a Dutch frigate of unauthorized intrusion near the Paracel Islands and used carrier helicopters to repel it, underscoring growing tensions in the disputed waterway. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • The Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter was on a regional mission involving diplomatic outreach and interoperability with the Philippines when it reported a professional but close approach by a Chinese helicopter in the South China Sea. (gmanetwork.com)
  • The incident occurs amid heightened activity in the Paracel Islands, where China has resumed major land reclamation and expanded military infrastructure, drawing focus from other regional and U.S. naval operations emphasizing freedom of navigation. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did China's military confront a Dutch frigate in the South China Sea?
China's military claims the Dutch frigate illegally intruded into the Paracel Islands area, leading to its naval and air forces driving the vessel away.
What actions did China's military take against the Dutch frigate?
China's military organized naval and air forces, and accused the frigate's helicopters of repeatedly intruding into China's airspace.
Which area was the reported incident between China and the Dutch frigate?
The confrontation took place near the Paracel Islands in the disputed South China Sea.
What was China's response to the alleged intrusion by the Dutch frigate?
China urged the Dutch side to cease what it calls infringing and provocative acts and asserted it will safeguard its national sovereignty and security.
Who reported and commented on the South China Sea incident?
Zhai Shichen, spokesperson for the China's People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command, reported on the incident.

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