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Pres. Marcos: Pilipinas, 'di pasisindak sa mga ginagawa ng China sa WPS
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. declared that Filipinos will not submit to China's aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
He announced a response and countermeasure package that is "proportionate, deliberate, and reasonable" against China Coast Guard and Chinese Maritime Militia's "illegal, coercive, aggressive, and dangerous attacks."
Marcos emphasized that while the Philippines seeks no conflict, it will not be intimidated into silence or subservience, stating "Filipinos do not yield."
The President has given directives to national security and defense officials and has been in constant communication with allies for the next steps.
This statement follows an incident on March 23 where the CCG used water cannons to attack a Philippine resupply boat on its way to Ayungin Shoal.
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US lawmakers met with President Marcos to express their shared concern over China's aggression in the West Philippine Sea.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order (EO) No. 57 to strengthen the Philippines' maritime security and domain awareness in response to China's escalating threats and aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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Senator Joel Villanueva has filed a resolution to condemn China's aggression and illegal activities in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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The United States has condemned the actions of Chinese forces against the Philippines in the West Philippine Sea, calling them dangerous and a disregard for international law.
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The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) stated that the Philippines will not be deterred by China's threats in the West Philippine Sea.
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