DFA protests China’s 'belligerent actions' vs PCG

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) protested China's 'belligerent actions' against Philippine Coast Guard vessels conducting patrols near Bajo de Masinloc.

China's shadowing, blocking, and dangerous maneuvers were condemned by the DFA, which also criticized the prolonged presence of Chinese fishing and maritime militia vessels in Philippine waters.

The Philippines called on China to withdraw its government vessels from around Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) and Bajo de Masinloc, asserting that these areas are under Philippine sovereignty.

The DFA rejected China's claim over Bajo de Masinloc as baseless in international law and not recognized globally.