Locsin: Philippines files diplomatic protest vs. China
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. announced Sunday that the Philippines has filed a diplomatic protest against China over 220 Chinese militia vessels sighted near Julian Felipe Reef in the West Philippine Sea.
Earlier, Locsin said he would wait for military recommendations before taking action.
The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea confirmed on Saturday that around 220 Chinese fishing vessels were moored at Julian Felipe Reef on March 7.
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