MANILA PHILIPPINES – China has no right and legal authority to interfere with our legitimate operation of the Philippines and destroy our ships in our own Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).”
According to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief General Romeo Brawner Jr, he described chinas recent activity as “reckless aggression and harassment following the latest rotation and resupply (RORE) mission to Philippine Military troops at BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal.
The AFP first confirmed that the collision of Coast Guard Vessels with our ships also resulted in the severe injury of a navy personnel.
“This reckless and aggressive behavior has caused bodily harm and constitutes a blatant violation of international maritime law, Philippine sovereignty, and sovereign rights,” according to Brawner.
Brawner said the AFP strongly condemns the said action of the China Coast Guard which not only violates our maritime rights but also poses a great risk to the stability of the region.
The official assured today According to Brawner, the AFP strongly condemns the said action of the China Coast Guard which not only violates our rights in the sea but also poses a great risk to the stability of the region.
“The AFP strongly denounces these actions, which not only infringe upon our maritime rights but also pose significant risks to regional stability,” he added.