PH ‘must stand up’ vs illicit activities, harassment in South China Sea — Harris READ:
United States Vice President Kamala Harris said Tuesday the Philippines must “stand up” for its principles, such as the respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, unimpeded lawful commerce, peaceful resolution of disputes and the freedom of navigation and overfly in the South China Sea and in the Indo-Pacific.
“Communities like this have seen the consequences. And people here know the impacts when foreign vessels enter Philippine waters and illegally deplete the fishing stock, when they harass and intimidate global fishers, when they pollute the ocean and destroy the marine ecosystem,” she said. “Each and every day, as you patrol these waters, you uphold the rules and norms that are vital to the prosperity of the Filipino people and the people around the world,” she added.“America’s prosperity relies on the billions of dollars that flow through these waters every day. And we are proud to work with you in your mission,” she said.
In her remark, the Vice President also announced a $7.5 million worth of assistance to help the country fight illegal, unregulated and unreported illegal fishing, which she said go against internal norms and rules.
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