James Shoal
Underwater shoal in the South China Sea / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Shoal[1][6] is a reef (bank) in the South China Sea, with a depth of 22 metres (72 ft) below the surface of the sea,[1][7] located about 45 nautical miles (83 km; 52 mi) off the Borneo coast of Malaysia. It is claimed by Malaysia, the People's Republic of China, and the Republic of China (Taiwan). The reef and its surrounds are administered by Malaysia.
Quick Facts Disputed reef, Other names ...
Disputed reef | |
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Other names | Beting Tugau 八仙暗沙 Beting Serupai Zēngmǔ Ànshā (曾母暗沙) |
Geography | |
Location | South China Sea |
Coordinates | 03°58′26″N 112°20′56″E |
Total islands | 0[1] |
Administration | |
State | Sarawak |
Claimed by | |
Prefecture-level city Province | Sansha[3] Hainan |
State | Sarawak |
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