Marcos: Killing Filipino in WPS close to act of war

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. stated that the willful killing of a Filipino in the West Philippine Sea would be considered "very close to an act of war."

Speaking at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Marcos elaborated that a willful act resulting in the death of a Filipino citizen, whether a serviceman or civilian, would significantly escalate the situation.

He emphasized that such an event would constitute crossing a "red line" and would necessitate a strong response from the Philippine government.

Marcos noted that such an action would increase the level of response not only from the Philippine government but also from its "treaty partners."