Weeks after the Philippines reached an “agreement” with China, the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) allegedly drove off Filipino fisherfolk from the Ayungin Shoal, part of the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)-- READ:
the Ayungin Shoal, part of the country’s exclusive economic zone , with the Philippine Coast Guard saying Friday they would speak with the locals involved in the incident to get a “clear picture” of what transpired.
The Ayungin Shoal is some 100 nautical miles off Palawan but is likewise near Mischief Reef, an area in the West Philippine Sea reportedly occupied by China. “It was wrong to drive them away. We will try to inquire further. Afterward, that is when we will give a conclusive statement on what happened,” said PCG Spokesperson Commodore Armand Balilo.PCG Commandant Admiral Artemio Abu has already given instructions on the parameters of their interview with the fishermen, Balilo said, “but of course, we will seek guidance from the DFA.”
“Our BRP Teresa Magbanua is there, and we have several 44-meter vessels on patrol. But you do know it’s a large area and we can’t always be around to protect the fishermen,” Balilo added.
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