101 East explores the importance of the growing conflicts between Beijing and Manila in the South China Sea.
The South China Sea ranks among the most disputed waterways worldwide.
Hundreds of kilometres from its mainland, China is seemingly expanding its influence within this strategic maritime trade route.
Many of these maritime disputes concern areas claimed by both the Philippines and Beijing.
Incidents are becoming more regular, with collisions between coastguard boats and other vessels being a growing concern.
101 East accompanies the Philippine coastguard and witnesses direct skirmishes with the Chinese navy in these disputed waters.
