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Philippine vessel blocks China ship off Zambales
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Cabra successfully asserted its presence in Philippine waters against a larger China Coast Guard (CCG) ship, demonstrating the Philippines' commitment to defending its maritime territory.
Despite facing challenging weather with waves reaching five meters high, the 44-meter BRP Cabra maintained its position over 95 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales.
The PCG stated that it is actively challenging the illegal presence of Chinese vessels within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
These actions are based on alleged violations of international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the 2016 Arbitral Award.
PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan emphasized that the Philippines will not yield any part of its territory to foreign powers.
Gavan further vowed that the PCG would continue deploying vessels to protect Philippine waters and prevent any alterations to the existing status quo.
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