Abstract:
The South China Sea dispute has emerged as a highly complex issue, marked by
various tensions that disrupt regional stability. The collision incident between
Philippine and Chinese vessels has further heightened these tensions. This research
aims to examine the legal implications of the collision between the Philippine and
Chinese ships, to understand the dispute resolution mechanisms under the 1982
UNCLOS, and to assess the application of UNCLOS provisions in the collision
incident between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea. The research
method used is normative legal research with a case approach. The results indicate
that China’s actions constitute a violation of provisions under international law. The
impact of the collision incident has further exacerbated the contest over territorial
claims in the South China Sea.
