Chinese Coast Guard

The China Coast Guard (CCG) is a maritime law enforcement agency of China, responsible for maintaining order and enforcing laws in China's coastal waters and claimed territories. They are newsworthy due to their activities in the disputed South China Sea, particularly around contested areas like Scarborough Shoal (Huangyan Island). Recent news highlights the CCG's increasing reliance on aerial drones for daily training and operations in these areas, as revealed in a Lunar New Year social media post. Additionally, the CCG, along with the Chinese navy, recently participated in the rescue of Filipino sailors from a Singaporean-flagged cargo ship that capsized near Scarborough Shoal. These events underscore the CCG's dual role: asserting China's territorial claims and providing maritime search and rescue services in the region, making their actions highly relevant to international relations and maritime safety.