The Daily Tribune
Phl blasts China’s ‘permission’ claims for Ayungin ops: ‘Blatant lies’
The National Task Force - West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) Area Task Force West has denied reports that the Philippines sought permission from China for its resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal on March 4.
The task force asserted that the Philippines conducts its regular rotation and resupply missions independently, in accordance with international law.
Ayungin Shoal is stated to be well within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf, as confirmed by the 2016 Arbitral Award.
The NTF-WPS condemned China's claim of granting permission as a disinformation attempt aimed at undermining Philippine sovereignty.
Manila does not recognize Beijing's authority over Ayungin Shoal and rejects any notion that their actions require Chinese approval.
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