Quezon City prosecutors dismiss cyber libel case against Roque
Quezon City prosecutors dismissed a cyber libel complaint filed by former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV against lawyer Harry Roque on October 9, 2024.
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Scarborough Shoal
Scarborough Shoal, also known as Bajo de Masinloc or Panatag Shoal, is a maritime area claimed by both the Philippines and China within the South China Sea. The Philippine government has recently defended its actions at the shoal against Chinese accusations of illegal entry, citing international law and the 2016 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague that favored the Philippines' territorial claim. Google Maps now labels parts of the South China Sea as "West Philippine Sea" to reflect the country's sovereign rights over these waters, reinforcing its stance against Chinese encroachment.
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Last updated at April 23, 2025.
Recent stories about Scarborough Shoal
Philippine Navy denies expelling BRP Apolinario Mabini from Panatag Shoal
A ranking Philippine Navy official on Monday denied that Chinese maritime forces expelled the BRP Apolinario Mabini while it was patrolling Panatag Shoal on April 20.
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Malacañang elated as Google Maps labels West Philippine Sea
Malacañang expressed elation over Google Maps labeling the West Philippine Sea (WPS), with Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasizing its significance for the country's maritime claims.
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Chinese vessel blocks Philippine coast guard ship near Bajo de Masinloc
On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that a Chinese Coast Guard vessel 'dangerously blocked' BRP Cabra during a maritime patrol near Bajo de Masinloc on Monday, April 14.
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Google Maps labels 'West Philippine Sea' following SC ruling
Google Maps now displays 'West Philippine Sea' following searches related to Scarborough Shoal or Panatag Shoal, making the label more visible at various zoom levels.
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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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Senators condemn China’s actions near Scarborough Shoal, Batanes
Philippine senators have condemned China's aggressive behavior in the South China Sea following an incident where a Chinese Coast Guard vessel nearly collided with a Philippine patrol ship near Scarborough Shoal.
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Navy prepares Grande Island, Chiquita occupation
The Philippine Navy is preparing for a potential military takeover of Grande Island and Chiquita Island at Subic Bay following their declaration as military reservations.
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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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