Manila Bulletin
Envoy lauds PCG rescue of Chinese crew; cites PH-China friendship
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued seven Chinese crew members from the distressed fishing vessel FV KAI DA 899, which was taking on water in waters off Eastern Samar.
The Chinese Embassy in Manila, through Ambassador Huang Xilian, expressed gratitude for the PCG's immediate response and humanitarian efforts.
Ambassador Huang noted that the rescue, along with a separate incident where a Chinese vessel rescued a Filipino fisherman, exemplifies strengthened communication and cooperation between the Philippine and Chinese Coast Guards.
The PCG found the vessel with a damaged hull off Suluan Island, Guiuan, Eastern Samar, and it was towed to Tacloban Port.
The rescued crew were found to be in good physical condition.
The PCG is investigating the vessel's presence in Philippine waters to determine any potential legal violations.
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