PH protests China's unilateral fishing ban in WPS

Updated Thu, May 30, 2024 at 9:14 AM Published Mon, May 27, 2024 at 3:17 PM

The Philippines has protested China's unilateral fishing ban in the South China Sea, asserting it violates international law and undermines Philippine sovereignty and maritime rights.

The ban, effective from May 1 to September 16, encompasses parts of the West Philippine Sea, including Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), but the Philippines does not recognize it.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. stated that there is 'nothing new' regarding the ban, suggesting it is an extension of China's claims.

BFAR Spokesperson Nazario Briguera affirmed that Filipino fishermen will continue to fish in the West Philippine Sea, stating that China's ban has no legal basis.

Over 20 small boats of fishermen in Zambales are conducting a collective fishing expedition in the West Philippine Sea to assert their rights amid China's ban.

The Philippine Navy spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, Commodore Roy Vincent Trinidad, described the ban as a 'provocative statement' and assured fishermen that the government is behind them.

PCG spokesperson for WPS Commodore Jay Tarriela reiterated that the ban is illegal and has no basis.

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