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Senators slam China's alleged abuse of PH marine resources
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri urged the Chinese Embassy in Manila to cease the destruction of marine resources in the West Philippine Sea, specifically at Rozul Reef.
Zubiri highlighted that while the Philippines allows China freedom of navigation, the alleged harvesting of coral reefs and marine resources is unacceptable.
He stressed the importance of respecting Philippine marine resources, noting that coral reefs take centuries to grow and are crucial for fish breeding grounds.
To safeguard these waters, Zubiri mentioned discussions with Senators Loren Legarda and Sonny Angara, and Environment Secretary Maria Antonio Yulo-Loyzaga, about establishing marine ranger stations.
The initiative aims to guard Philippine waters and prevent negative impacts on fishermen and national food security.
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Senator Risa Hontiveros is calling for China to pay billions of pesos for the destruction of coral reefs in the West Philippine Sea, urging a Senate inquiry and compensation for Filipino fishermen.
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The Western Command (Wescom) has expressed alarm over the heightened presence of Chinese maritime militia vessels and extensive damage to marine life and corals at Rozul Reef and Escoda Shoal.
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The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) refuted China's claim that the Philippines is fabricating a political drama regarding coral destruction in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has discovered severe damage to marine life in the West Philippine Sea, specifically at Rozul Reef and Escoda Shoal.
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) is considering filing a new complaint against China before the Permanent Court of Arbitration for alleged environmental law violations in the West Philippine Sea.
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