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PH Coast Guard challenges Chinese ships ‘illegally swarming’ Rozul Reef
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported over 50 Chinese maritime militia vessels swarming Rozul Reef on Wednesday, June 20, within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
These vessels, appearing as civilian fishing boats but operating as a paramilitary force, have been at the reef since Tuesday, June 17.
For the first time, two China Coast Guard (CCG) ships were also spotted at the reef on Friday, June 20.
The PCG believes the CCG presence aims to prevent the Chinese maritime militia from leaving when challenged.
The PCG dispatched two vessels and an aircraft to monitor the situation and issued radio challenges to the Chinese vessels.
The PCG also reminded the Chinese vessels to adhere to Philippine maritime laws, UNCLOS, and the 2016 Arbitral Award.
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