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Learn more about the Philippine envoy’s call for an end to harassment from China and the response from the Chinese Embassy. Understand the ongoing tensions and efforts to peacefully resolve maritime disputes.
Learn more about President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s firm stance on the Philippines’ maritime disputes with China and his commitment to defending the country’s sovereignty. Discover the President’s call for partnership in addressing regional challenges and the importance of protecting the South China Sea.
Read more about China’s alleged attempt to block a Philippine vessel near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the South China Sea. The incident highlights the ongoing territorial disputes and challenges faced by Filipino fishermen.
Read more about Beijing’s denial of using cyanide in Scarborough Shoal and the escalating tensions in the South China Sea. The Chinese government dismisses the allegations as fabrication while the Philippines considers filing charges.
Learn more about China’s stance on the dilapidated BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal. Despite their claims over the area, China seems reluctant to forcibly remove the ship, opting to wait for it to fall apart. Read more about the implications of this decision and the potential for conflict in the South China Sea.
![This photo taken on February 15, 2024 shows Filipino fishermen aboard their wooden boats queueing for free fuel beside the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) ship BRP Datu Tamblot (L) as a Chinese coast guard ship (background R) monitors near the China-controlled Scarborough Shoal, in disputed waters of the South China Sea. The Philippines on February 17 accused Chinese coast guard vessels of "dangerous" manoeuvres for attempting to block a Filipino vessel dropping supplies to fishermen at a reef off the Southeast Asian nation's coast. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP) / “The erroneous mention[s] appearing in the metadata of this photo by Ted ALJIBE has been modified in AFP systems in the following manner: [At sea] instead of [Scarborough Shoal]. Please immediately remove the erroneous mention[s] from all your online services and delete it (them) from your servers. If you have been authorized by AFP to distribute it (them) to third parties, please ensure that the same actions are carried out by them. Failure to promptly comply with these instructions will entail liability on your part for any continued or post notification usage. Therefore we thank you very much for all your attention and prompt action. We are sorry for the inconvenience this notification may cause and remain at your disposal for any further information you may require.”](https://kabayankuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/304417-400x250.jpg "Marcos Orders PCG to Continue Patrols in Disputed Waters")
Learn more about President Marcos’ order for the PCG to continue patrols in the disputed waters of the West Philippine Sea. This move aims to protect Filipino fishermen and assert Philippine sovereignty, without provoking any party involved.
