AFP concerned over Chinese vessels near Julian Felipe Reef
The AFP has expressed serious concern over Chinese vessels' continued presence near Julian Felipe Reef in the West Philippine Sea.
On Saturday, AFP spokesperson Maj. Gen. Edgard Arevalo backed Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana's statement about Chinese 'incursions'.
Arevalo stated that the number of Chinese vessels at Julian Felipe Reef decreased from 183 to 44 based on their latest aerial patrol.
However, the AFP cannot confirm if the additional 92 and 84 vessels spotted in Chigua Reef and Gaven Reef respectively are part of the original group.
The AFP will continue monitoring the area through air and maritime patrols.
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