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PH Navy on report of China carrier, monster ship in WPS: 'We are aware of them'
The Philippine Navy reported a decrease in the total number of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) from 129 to 95 between June 25 and July 1.
The reported vessels included 13 China Coast Guard Vessels (CCGVs), six People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) ships, and 76 Chinese maritime militia vessels (CMMVs).
Despite the overall decrease, the number of PLAN vessels saw a slight increase from five to six.
Notable Chinese ship presence was observed at Bajo de Masinloc, Ayungin Shoal, Pagasa Island, Sabina Shoal, Julian Felipe Reef, and Recto Bank.
The Chinese PLAN aircraft carrier Shandong was monitored within the Philippine exclusive economic zone, approximately 200 nautical miles from Luzon.
The Navy spokesperson stated that the presence of these vessels is permitted under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), citing freedom of navigation and innocent passage.
The Philippine Navy and Armed Forces are continuously monitoring the nation's maritime domain.
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