PCG blocks Chinese ship near Zambales, AFPU investigates underwater drone in Bohol, US reiterates defense commitment
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Cabra has successfully prevented the Chinese Coast Guard ship CCG 3103 from nearing the Zambales coast, according to a statement by PCG spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela.
Civilian government workers are set to receive their second tranche of salary increase this January following the signing of National Budget Circular No. 597 by Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is investigating reports of an underwater drone discovered in Bohol's waters.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed the United States' 'ironclad' commitment to the Philippines under their Mutual Defense Treaty, addressing tensions with China in the South China Sea.
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