Palawan board condemns China's water cannon use

The Palawan provincial board condemned the use of water cannons by the Chinese Coast Guard against Philippine vessels near Ayungin Shoal on Wednesday.

Board member Roseller Pineda authored a resolution during Tuesday's session expressing grave concern over China’s actions, which were described as unacceptable harassment.

Juan Antonio Alvarez stated that despite ongoing efforts to defend territorial rights in the West Philippine Sea, China continues to conduct illegal activities and harass Filipino vessels.