Alert: China Announces Military Exercise in the South China Sea

Vessels are advised to avoid this area during the specified time to ensure safety.

SOUTH CHINA SEA — On June 23, 2025, the Maritime Safety Administration of the People’s Republic of China issued a navigation warning for a military live-fire exercise scheduled from 08:00 to 16:00 on June 27, 2025.

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The exercise will take place in a designated area defined by the coordinates:

• 21-23.000N 113-20.000E

• 21-23.000N 113-35.000E

• 21-08.000N 113-35.000E

• 21-08.000N 113-20.000E

Vessels are advised to avoid this area during the specified time to ensure safety. This exercise is part of ongoing military activities in the region, which has seen increased tensions due to territorial disputes.