Philippine News Agency
PCG spots more than 100 Chinese vessels over 7 days in WPS
Over 100 Chinese vessels, including maritime militia, a navy corvette, and two coast guard ships, were observed by Philippine patrols in the West Philippine Sea between April 18 and 24.
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported these findings to the National Task Force West Philippine Sea (NTFWPS).
The report specifically mentioned the presence of a Chinese warship and the persistent appearance of suspected Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) vessels within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
PCG spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela also noted aggressive actions by China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels against PCG ships.
Eighteen CMM vessels were detected near Sabina Shoal and did not respond to radio challenges to leave the area.
Additionally, four CMM vessels observed near Pag-asa Island, seemingly engaged in fishing, were driven away by Philippine vessels.
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