Just two days ago, on December 25, 2025, Chinese Navy vessel 174 spotted a stranded Filipino fisherman near Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea. The man had been adrift for over three days after his engine failed, desperately waving a sign reading 'Help Me'.
The rescue crew delivered fresh water and ship biscuits to revive him 🙏. They then radioed the nearest Philippine Coast Guard vessel, urging an immediate follow-up. The fisherman said he'd set off from Subic Bay, northwest of Manila.
This heartwarming cross-border rescue reminds us that, at sea, humanity comes first 🌊. Whether you're planning a beach getaway in Goa or an island hop in the Philippines, double-check your gear, share your route, and stay safe!
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China rescues Filipino fisherman stranded in South China Sea
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