Philippine News Agency
China 'monster ship' also entered Malaysia, Brunei EEZ
China Coast Guard (CCG) 5901, the world's largest coast guard ship nicknamed 'The Monster,' traversed 12 features within the West Philippine Sea over 10 days.
The vessel illegally encroached upon Philippine-occupied features Parola Island and Pagasa Island on June 17, violating Philippine sovereignty.
It proceeded to Zamora Reef, staying overnight, before passing through Bayani and Union Banks.
The 'Monster Ship' also entered the exclusive economic zones (EEZ) of Malaysia and Brunei on June 20, possibly after resupplying at Kagitingan Reef.
After its incursion into Malaysian and Bruneian waters, CCG 5901 re-entered the Philippine EEZ and passed through Rizal Reef.
It made another supply stop at Panganiban Reef on June 23 before heading north.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) characterized such patrols as illegal, coercive, and detrimental to regional peace, reaffirming its commitment to vigilance and international maritime laws.
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