PH prevents China’s alleged construction of 'artificial island' in WPS

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THROUGH the government’s continuous effort, the Philippines has stopped China from continuing its alleged illegal activities in the West Philippine Sea , particularly in the Escoda Shoal. In a press forum on Saturday, May 11, 2024, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the WPS Commodore Jay Tarriela said China has been creating an “artificial island” in Escoda Shoal, which is just 75 nautical miles away from the coastline of Palawan.

Tarriela reiterated the significance of the PCG’s continuous monitoring in the area, which had prevented China’s activities in the area. He said that they have monitored a total of 34 Chinese Maritime Militia Vessels on Sabina Shoal with the People’s Liberation Army Navy vessels and helicopters and four other China Coast Guard vessels. Tarriela has reiterated its commitment to have a prolonged presence on Escoda Shoal for them to document China’s activities in the WPS.

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