Manila Bulletin
PCG, Navy vow to continue make their presence felt as Chinese ship won't leave Escoda Shoal
The Chinese Coast Guard vessel CCG 5901, the world's largest, remains anchored at Escoda Shoal within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone.
The vessel has been continuously present at the shoal since July 3, according to PCG spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela.
The CCG 5901 is anchored approximately five to eight miles away from the Philippine vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua.
Escoda Shoal is located about 75 nautical miles off Palawan.
This presence contradicts an earlier statement by Philippine Navy spokesman Roy Vincent Trinidad, who had claimed the Chinese ship had departed.
The Philippine Coast Guard and Navy are coordinating to ensure a Philippine ship remains in the area.
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