Is China at War in the South China Sea?

Summary

1. Chinese vessels recently rammed a Philippine Coastguard ship.
2. Chinese sailors boarded the Philippine ships and stole various items.
3. Ramming ships has been part of China’s repertoire for some time.
4. The act, itself, has been used as a naval war strategy for centuries. 

References

• Media Check: National Interest - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY) 
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC.