PCG challenges Chinese research vessel near Itbayat
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) deployed an aircraft on Tuesday morning to monitor and challenge a Chinese research vessel near Itbayat, Batanes.
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Jay Tarriela
Jay Tarriela is a spokesperson for the Philippine Coast Guard, actively addressing maritime tensions with China and debunking fake news about the West Philippine Sea. He frequently highlights Chinese violations of international law and Philippine sovereignty during press conferences and hearings. Tarriela also emphasizes the protection of Filipino fisherfolk in disputed waters while ensuring that Filipinos treat Chinese tourists well despite ongoing territorial disputes.
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Last updated at April 15, 2025.
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PCG spox links bloggers to fake WPS social media campaign
During a House tri-committee hearing on fake news, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela identified Filipino bloggers Anna Malindog-Uy and Ado Paglinawan as key figures in an alleged 'coordinated and malicious' social media campaign that supports China's stance and undermines the Philippines' position in the West Philippine Sea.
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Marcos Jr. expresses concern over China’s aggressive maneuvers near Panatag Shoal and Zambales
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed concern over recent dangerous maneuvers by China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels in Panatag Shoal and near Zambales.
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PCG monitors Chinese research vessel off Batanes
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has been monitoring a Chinese research vessel, Zhong Shan Da Xue, off Batanes since April 2, after it entered the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
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CCG shadows, blocks, rams BRP Cabra off Zambales; Chinese research near Batanes
On Sunday, April 6, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel shadowed and blocked the Philippine Coast Guard's BRP Cabra off Zambales, leading to a near-collision incident.
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Chinese research ship operating near Palawan, moves towards Indian Ocean
The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed Wednesday that a Chinese research ship, the Song Hang, was operating within the country's archipelagic waters near Palawan.
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PCG responds to floating barriers at Panatag Shoal, AFP stands ready to assist
The Philippine Coast Guard is responding to floating barriers installed by Chinese maritime militia in Panatag Shoal, and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has offered support if needed.
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Philippine vessels resupply fishing boats near Scarborough Shoal despite Chinese presence
On Wednesday, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) successfully conducted a joint maritime patrol near Scarborough Shoal, delivering fuel and food provisions to 26 Filipino fishing boats from March 23 to 25.
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PCG BRP Cabra patrols off Zambales despite Chinese vessel's presence
The Philippine Coast Guard's (PCG) BRP Cabra maintained its position against a larger Chinese Coast Guard vessel off the coast of Zambales on Saturday, March 8.
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PCG conducts MDA flights over West Philippine Sea to assert territorial rights
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will conduct maritime domain awareness (MDA) flights over key areas of the West Philippine Sea on Saturday to assert territorial rights.
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