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Senators find China’s incursions in WPS ‘deplorable’: They must stop
Filipino senators have condemned the recent harassment by the China Coast Guard (CCG) against a Philippine vessel during a resupply mission in the West Philippine Sea.
Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada expressed solidarity with the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Philippine Coast Guard, calling for an end to China's disruptive actions.
Estrada highlighted the recurring nature of these confrontations involving the CCG and Chinese militia vessels in the area.
He described the CCG's actions as clear bullying tactics that pose no threat to China's security.
The senator stressed that resupply missions do not justify the CCG's dangerous maneuvers.
Estrada urged China to respect international maritime laws and cease its provocative behavior.
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Four Filipinos were injured when China Coast Guard ships fired water cannons at a Philippine resupply vessel near Ayungin Shoal on March 5.
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The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that its vessel BRP Sindangan sustained minor damage after a collision with a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship during a resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal.
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