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Do we actually realise the severity of yesterday's incident at Second Thomas Shoal? China deployed a PLA Navy Destroyer against that Philippines Coast Guard Ship! And, that too inside Philippines's waters. This isn't Gray Zone anymore! Judge Antonio Carpio* Ian Chong 莊嘉穎 🇺🇸 Kyle Bass 🇹🇼

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Isabella Anderson

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Pirates of China Coast Guard mounted on rigid hull inflatable boats are seen intercepting & looting a Filipino resupply boat near Second Thomas Shoal inside Philippines's Exclusive Economic Zone. And then China Coast will say claim "it is a Law Enforcement Agency! 🇺🇸 Kyle Bass 🇹🇼

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Isabella Anderson

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The Philippine Navy recently caught Chinese Fishing Militia putting Cyanide in the water near the BRP Sierra Madre at the Second Thomas Shoal. The incident that was recorded on camera demonstrates the brutality & destruction meted out by the Chinese Fishing Militia inside Philippines's waters. Chinese vessels are wreaking havoc inside Philippines's waters. China Coast Guard & the Chinese Fishing Militia have already destroyed thousands of acres of Coral reefs. China's illegal fishing activities have almost depleted Philippines's own fishing stock. The illegal Chinese vessels that do not care about other nations' territorial sovereignty & carry out China's Gray Zone Warfare in the name of fishing must be treated as Pirate Boats. TonySanghoLee Charlie B Rommel Lopez

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Isabella Anderson

1,079,763 views • 8 months ago

Well-done Philippines! That's how you do it! A single Philippines Coast Guard Ship, BRP Cabra, blocked three China Coast Guard ships, including the 134m long CCG 4305, from getting close to the Zambales coast. Coast Guard 4305 is a Type 301 Zhaokai-class cutter, built on a PLA Navy Type 054A (Jiangkai II) hull. It is equipped with a 76mm main gun, two 30mm close-in weapon systems & a helo deck. The much smaller Philippines Coast Guard ship BRP Cabra positioned itself against the China Coast Guard ships in the waters of Zambales. This intrusion of the China Coast Guard ships in Philippines's Waters near Zambales is a clear violation of the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and the 2016 arbitral ruling that struck down China's sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea. TonySanghoLee Rommel Lopez Yael _Formosa 鹿島之風🧋⛩️

Well-done Philippines! That's how you do it! A single Philippines Coast Guard Ship, BRP Cabra, blocked three China Coast Guard ships, including the 134m long CCG 4305, from getting close to the Zambales coast. Coast Guard 4305 is a Type 301 Zhaokai-class cutter, built on a PLA Navy Type 054A (Jiangkai II) hull. It is equipped with a 76mm main gun, two 30mm close-in weapon systems & a helo deck. The much smaller Philippines Coast Guard ship BRP Cabra positioned itself against the China Coast Guard ships in the waters of Zambales. This intrusion of the China Coast Guard ships in Philippines's Waters near Zambales is a clear violation of the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and the 2016 arbitral ruling that struck down China's sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea. TonySanghoLee Rommel Lopez Yael _Formosa 鹿島之風🧋⛩️

Isabella Anderson

102,705 views • 8 months ago

WATCH: After the collision of China Coast Guard (CCG) 3104 and People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy 164, two floating objects can be seen near the damaged ship. No confirmation of a man overboard incident from the CCG but they were seen lowering a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) right after the incident. The PCG likewise offered help. However, the PCG official said in a virtual interview that China did not respond to the Philippines’ offer to help. | via Raffy Tima/GMA Integrated News 📹: PCG

WATCH: After the collision of China Coast Guard (CCG) 3104 and People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy 164, two floating objects can be seen near the damaged ship. No confirmation of a man overboard incident from the CCG but they were seen lowering a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) right after the incident. The PCG likewise offered help. However, the PCG official said in a virtual interview that China did not respond to the Philippines’ offer to help. | via Raffy Tima/GMA Integrated News 📹: PCG

GMA Integrated News

14,109 views • 1 year ago

Using Canada's Dark Vessel Detection technology, the Philippine Coast Guard was able to successfully track the movements of the Chinese Coast Guard's 165-meter monster ship, CCG-5901. On July 1st, the ship departed from Hainan and entered the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on the following day. On July 3rd, it traveled directly to Ayungin Shoal and later proceeded to Panganiban Reef. After a few hours, the ship was detected once again, this time heading towards Escoda Shoal. She was radio challenged by the PCG vessel, BRP Teresa Magbanua. The PCG asked the intention of the Chinese ship and emphasized that it was operating within the Philippines' EEZ. For over two consecutive days, the Chinese Coast Guard ship has been anchored at Escoda Shoal, maintaining a close proximity to BRP Teresa Magbanua. The distance between the two vessels is less than 800 yards, with the Chinese ship positioned on the starboard beam of the PCG vessel.

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Jay Tarriela

87,868 views • 2 years ago

🚨 EMERGENCY POD: Why Should We Care About the Shocking Chinese Ship Collision at Scarborough Shoal? In this special episode, we dive into the dramatic South China Sea incident this week near Scarborough Shoal. Fresh from Manila, Ray Powell takes the "guest" seat to unpack the events with co-host Jim Carouso. The discussion highlights the escalating 🇨🇳China-🇵🇭Philippines tensions, with its implications for regional stability and 🇺🇸US alliances. Our hosts describe how a Chinese destroyer slammed into a China Coast Guard vessel while pursuing the much smaller Philippine Coast Guard ship BRP Suluan near Scarborough Shoal on August 11, 2025. The collision crumpled the Coast Guard ship's bow and likely caused casualties. Ray notes the Suluan got within 10.5 nautical miles of the shoal, closer than any Philippine vessel in over a year, which challenged China's undeclared exclusion zone around the contested feature in a way that drew an unexpected military response. Providing context, Ray traces the shoal's history: China's 2012 seizure, the 2016 arbitral ruling affirming traditional fishing rights for all nations (including the Philippines), and recent escalations. Since spring 2024, China has enforced a 25-30 nautical mile exclusion zone, blocking Philippine government vessels and fishermen alike in defiance of the arbitral award. The Philippines’ “Kadiwa” mission involved five vessels to provide direct aid to fishermen now forced to operate in exposed waters due to China's denial of the shoal. The hosts analyze the game-changer: the People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) destroyer's direct involvement. This military escalation risked crossing red lines, like President Marcos's 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue statement that a Filipino sailor's death could invoke the US-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty. Ray speculates the destroyer aimed to intimidate (not ram) the Philippine ship, but that a misjudgement in the other direction could have resulted in a catastrophe in the diplomatic, as well as the maritime, sense. Broader implications emerge: Ray evaluates China's increased presence amid new laws allowing 60-day detentions and new straight-baseline claims around the shoal. Jim and Ray try to separate how this incident relates to Beijing’s direct confrontation with Manila versus its indirect contest with the Philippines’ ally, the United States. Jim and Ray discuss other dramatic events around Scarborough Shoal this week: a Philippine Coast Guard aircraft faced Chinese fighter jet harassment, and the U.S. Navy conducted its own freedom of navigation operation (FONOP). They also ponder tactical coordination failures between China's navy and coast guard; discuss how Beijing’s lionization of the fighter pilot who died during the 2001 EP-3 incident may inspire recklessness; and what it all may mean for a future Taiwan contingency. Wrapping up, they urge reflection on abyss-peering scenarios: What if the collision had sunk the Philippine ship or killed Filipinos? It could trigger a diplomatic crisis and White House treaty decisions, testing US deterrence. For Filipinos, all this took place near an extremely important fishing ground within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. A potential silver lining? The mishap exposes China's vulnerabilities, and could deter future rash actions–but only if Beijing learns the right lessons. Its recent history, its state media’s unwillingness to even acknowledge the mishap, and its blame-shifting suggest it may elect a more confrontational path. 👉 Links to the full episode in the comments below.

🚨 EMERGENCY POD: Why Should We Care About the Shocking Chinese Ship Collision at Scarborough Shoal? In this special episode, we dive into the dramatic South China Sea incident this week near Scarborough Shoal. Fresh from Manila, Ray Powell takes the "guest" seat to unpack the events with co-host Jim Carouso. The discussion highlights the escalating 🇨🇳China-🇵🇭Philippines tensions, with its implications for regional stability and 🇺🇸US alliances. Our hosts describe how a Chinese destroyer slammed into a China Coast Guard vessel while pursuing the much smaller Philippine Coast Guard ship BRP Suluan near Scarborough Shoal on August 11, 2025. The collision crumpled the Coast Guard ship's bow and likely caused casualties. Ray notes the Suluan got within 10.5 nautical miles of the shoal, closer than any Philippine vessel in over a year, which challenged China's undeclared exclusion zone around the contested feature in a way that drew an unexpected military response. Providing context, Ray traces the shoal's history: China's 2012 seizure, the 2016 arbitral ruling affirming traditional fishing rights for all nations (including the Philippines), and recent escalations. Since spring 2024, China has enforced a 25-30 nautical mile exclusion zone, blocking Philippine government vessels and fishermen alike in defiance of the arbitral award. The Philippines’ “Kadiwa” mission involved five vessels to provide direct aid to fishermen now forced to operate in exposed waters due to China's denial of the shoal. The hosts analyze the game-changer: the People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) destroyer's direct involvement. This military escalation risked crossing red lines, like President Marcos's 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue statement that a Filipino sailor's death could invoke the US-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty. Ray speculates the destroyer aimed to intimidate (not ram) the Philippine ship, but that a misjudgement in the other direction could have resulted in a catastrophe in the diplomatic, as well as the maritime, sense. Broader implications emerge: Ray evaluates China's increased presence amid new laws allowing 60-day detentions and new straight-baseline claims around the shoal. Jim and Ray try to separate how this incident relates to Beijing’s direct confrontation with Manila versus its indirect contest with the Philippines’ ally, the United States. Jim and Ray discuss other dramatic events around Scarborough Shoal this week: a Philippine Coast Guard aircraft faced Chinese fighter jet harassment, and the U.S. Navy conducted its own freedom of navigation operation (FONOP). They also ponder tactical coordination failures between China's navy and coast guard; discuss how Beijing’s lionization of the fighter pilot who died during the 2001 EP-3 incident may inspire recklessness; and what it all may mean for a future Taiwan contingency. Wrapping up, they urge reflection on abyss-peering scenarios: What if the collision had sunk the Philippine ship or killed Filipinos? It could trigger a diplomatic crisis and White House treaty decisions, testing US deterrence. For Filipinos, all this took place near an extremely important fishing ground within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. A potential silver lining? The mishap exposes China's vulnerabilities, and could deter future rash actions–but only if Beijing learns the right lessons. Its recent history, its state media’s unwillingness to even acknowledge the mishap, and its blame-shifting suggest it may elect a more confrontational path. 👉 Links to the full episode in the comments below.

Why Should We Care: Indo-Pacific Pod

86,351 views • 1 year ago

On April 21, China Coast Guard discovered that the Philippine vessel illegally grounded at Ren’ai Reef was burning trash and dumping waste directly into the waters of the South China Sea. The vessel in question is the BRP Sierra Madre — a warship deliberately grounded by the Philippines. This latest incident is not an isolated case. It is yet another exposure of the Philippines’ long-term pollution of the ecosystem around Ren’ai Reef. #MediaUnlocked

On April 21, China Coast Guard discovered that the Philippine vessel illegally grounded at Ren’ai Reef was burning trash and dumping waste directly into the waters of the South China Sea. The vessel in question is the BRP Sierra Madre — a warship deliberately grounded by the Philippines. This latest incident is not an isolated case. It is yet another exposure of the Philippines’ long-term pollution of the ecosystem around Ren’ai Reef. #MediaUnlocked

MediaUnlocked

30,426 views • 3 months ago

BREAKING: Biden vows to go to war against China to defend The Philippines after The Philippines coast guard ship and supply boat were rammed by Chinese vessels at disputed Shoal in the South China Sea. "The United States reaffirms that Article IV of the 1951 U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty extends to armed attacks on Philippine armed forces, public vessels, and aircraft – including those of its Coast Guard – anywhere in the South China Sea," the US State Department wrote in a statement days ago NOTE: Article IV of the 1951 U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty essentially commits both the United States and the Philippines to come to each other's aid in the event of an armed attack in the Pacific Area, as long as it is in accordance with their respective constitutional processes. WATCH

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Simon Ateba

1,197,263 views • 2 years ago

China has destroyed over 20000 acres of Coral Reefs in the South China Sea, mostly inside the Philippines's waters. Inside the Philippines' waters, over 4000 acres of Coral Reefs have been destroyed by the illegal Chinese Giant Clam Poachers alone. Under the protection of the Chinese Navy & China Coast Guard, Chinese poaching boats would sail right up to the coast of the Philippines and start to do their destructive work. To get to the giant clams, the poachers would anchor small boats over the fragile reefs, stick their long screw shafts right into the soft coral, and then rev their engines hard, completely shredding the coral into pieces. This is being done on a large scale, and the effect on the coral reef has been devastating. Where miles of vibrant, fish-feeding coral used to be, there is now only miles of dead, grey nothingness. Informed PH Charlie B Yael _Formosa 鹿島之風🧋🇺🇸🇮🇱🇯🇵

China has destroyed over 20000 acres of Coral Reefs in the South China Sea, mostly inside the Philippines's waters. Inside the Philippines' waters, over 4000 acres of Coral Reefs have been destroyed by the illegal Chinese Giant Clam Poachers alone. Under the protection of the Chinese Navy & China Coast Guard, Chinese poaching boats would sail right up to the coast of the Philippines and start to do their destructive work. To get to the giant clams, the poachers would anchor small boats over the fragile reefs, stick their long screw shafts right into the soft coral, and then rev their engines hard, completely shredding the coral into pieces. This is being done on a large scale, and the effect on the coral reef has been devastating. Where miles of vibrant, fish-feeding coral used to be, there is now only miles of dead, grey nothingness. Informed PH Charlie B Yael _Formosa 鹿島之風🧋🇺🇸🇮🇱🇯🇵

Isabella Anderson

34,632 views • 9 months ago

July 20, 2026 — Ayungin Shoal. A China Coast Guard RHIB from CCGV 21560 moved in close to BRP Sierra Madre, circling the outpost and filming inside waters where the Philippines enjoys sovereign rights under international law. Two AFP rubber boats approached to calmly push the intruding craft away. Moments later, CCG personnel responded with violence, striking a Filipino Navy sailor in the head with a wooden baton and damaging the Navy boat. Western Command has provided medical attention and is coordinating with the outpost on the extent of the injuries. Despite these aggressive actions, AFP troops continued to follow the Rules of Engagement while carrying out a lawful sustainment mission inside our own exclusive economic zone. The mandate remains unchanged: BRP Sierra Madre will stand, and Philippine presence at Ayungin Shoal will continue.

July 20, 2026 — Ayungin Shoal. A China Coast Guard RHIB from CCGV 21560 moved in close to BRP Sierra Madre, circling the outpost and filming inside waters where the Philippines enjoys sovereign rights under international law. Two AFP rubber boats approached to calmly push the intruding craft away. Moments later, CCG personnel responded with violence, striking a Filipino Navy sailor in the head with a wooden baton and damaging the Navy boat. Western Command has provided medical attention and is coordinating with the outpost on the extent of the injuries. Despite these aggressive actions, AFP troops continued to follow the Rules of Engagement while carrying out a lawful sustainment mission inside our own exclusive economic zone. The mandate remains unchanged: BRP Sierra Madre will stand, and Philippine presence at Ayungin Shoal will continue.

BRP Sierra Madre

11,301 views • 29 days ago

Let me be clear: the Chinese Ambassador’s statement is an admission, not an explanation. He has confirmed on record that China Coast Guard personnel deliberately approached a commissioned vessel of the Philippine Navy, inside the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, to conduct what amounts to an inspection of our own ship. No provisional arrangement — and no interpretation of one — grants the People’s Republic of China policing authority over BRP Sierra Madre a commissioned PN vessel, or over Philippine-occupied features in our own maritime zones.

Let me be clear: the Chinese Ambassador’s statement is an admission, not an explanation. He has confirmed on record that China Coast Guard personnel deliberately approached a commissioned vessel of the Philippine Navy, inside the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, to conduct what amounts to an inspection of our own ship. No provisional arrangement — and no interpretation of one — grants the People’s Republic of China policing authority over BRP Sierra Madre a commissioned PN vessel, or over Philippine-occupied features in our own maritime zones.

Jay Tarriela

42,485 views • 27 days ago

Statement of the Philippine Coast Guard “CCG ILLEGALLY BLOCKS PCG HUMANITARIAN MISSION” Today, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) undertook a humanitarian mission involving the BRP Cabra and BRP Cape Engaño, aimed at delivering vital food and supplies to our personnel stationed aboard the BRP Teresa Magbanua, on extended patrol in Escoda Shoal. Unfortunately, during this mission, the People's Republic of China (PRC) deployed an excessive force comprised of a total of forty (40) vessels including six (6) Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels, three (3) People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) warships, in an attempt to obstruct our lawful humanitarian operation. There were also thirty-one (31) Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) Vessels in the vicinity waters of Escoda Shoal. Such actions resulted in our two 44-meter Multi-Role Response Vessels (MRRV) being unable to safely deliver essential supplies, including a special ice cream treat from the Commandant in honor of National Heroes’ Day. The PCG remains steadfast in our commitment to uphold national interests and ensure the safety and security of our waters. We urge the China Coast Guard to abide with the international law and stop deploying maritime forces that could undermine mutual respect, a universally recognized foundation for responsible and friendly relations among Coast Guards. The PCG recognizes that white hulls are unique instruments of diplomacy that promotes peace and maintain harmony and stability in the region.

Statement of the Philippine Coast Guard “CCG ILLEGALLY BLOCKS PCG HUMANITARIAN MISSION” Today, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) undertook a humanitarian mission involving the BRP Cabra and BRP Cape Engaño, aimed at delivering vital food and supplies to our personnel stationed aboard the BRP Teresa Magbanua, on extended patrol in Escoda Shoal. Unfortunately, during this mission, the People's Republic of China (PRC) deployed an excessive force comprised of a total of forty (40) vessels including six (6) Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels, three (3) People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) warships, in an attempt to obstruct our lawful humanitarian operation. There were also thirty-one (31) Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) Vessels in the vicinity waters of Escoda Shoal. Such actions resulted in our two 44-meter Multi-Role Response Vessels (MRRV) being unable to safely deliver essential supplies, including a special ice cream treat from the Commandant in honor of National Heroes’ Day. The PCG remains steadfast in our commitment to uphold national interests and ensure the safety and security of our waters. We urge the China Coast Guard to abide with the international law and stop deploying maritime forces that could undermine mutual respect, a universally recognized foundation for responsible and friendly relations among Coast Guards. The PCG recognizes that white hulls are unique instruments of diplomacy that promotes peace and maintain harmony and stability in the region.

Jay Tarriela

82,522 views • 2 years ago

Sen. Mullin: "We know that the Navy or the Coast Guard picked up survivors already and sent them back to their country. So now we're saying we're doing this once and then they didn't do it again? I don't believe that at all." Bash: "Okay, could that be because a lawyer in the Pentagon said 'you can't do that again,' and they actually listened the second time?" Sen. Mullin: "No…These individuals don't care about the lives of our friends and families. Why do we care if we take them out in international water?"

Sen. Mullin: "We know that the Navy or the Coast Guard picked up survivors already and sent them back to their country. So now we're saying we're doing this once and then they didn't do it again? I don't believe that at all." Bash: "Okay, could that be because a lawyer in the Pentagon said 'you can't do that again,' and they actually listened the second time?" Sen. Mullin: "No…These individuals don't care about the lives of our friends and families. Why do we care if we take them out in international water?"

The Bulwark

476,989 views • 8 months ago

"This incident with the two Chinese ships colliding at Scarborough Shoal was a very, very public embarrassment--the kind that Beijing hates with a white hot passion." Ray Powell "What better way to punish and turn the page than to have something new happening back at our old friend, Second Thomas Shoal..." In Ep. 97, Ray and Jim discuss 🇨🇳China’s deployment of an armed maritime “swarm” near the 🇵🇭Philippines' BRP Sierra Madre in the South China Sea. The full podcast is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more (links below).

"This incident with the two Chinese ships colliding at Scarborough Shoal was a very, very public embarrassment--the kind that Beijing hates with a white hot passion." Ray Powell "What better way to punish and turn the page than to have something new happening back at our old friend, Second Thomas Shoal..." In Ep. 97, Ray and Jim discuss 🇨🇳China’s deployment of an armed maritime “swarm” near the 🇵🇭Philippines' BRP Sierra Madre in the South China Sea. The full podcast is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more (links below).

Why Should We Care: Indo-Pacific Pod

39,264 views • 11 months ago

Philippine Coast Guard Continues Vigilant Patrols in Zambales Against Illegal Patrols of China Coast Guard Today, the Philippine Coast Guard vessel, BRP Cabra, under the command of LCDR Hanna Yanez, a female skipper, is actively patrolling off the coast of Zambales to thwart attempts by the China Coast Guard to normalize their illegal patrols within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Despite the BRP Cabra being smaller in length compared to the Chinese Coast Guard vessels, PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan asserts that international law empowers our vessel to operate without intimidation. This confidence allows the BRP Cabra to challenge the China Coast Guard, thereby exposing their unruly behavior and bullying tactics to the international community. The Philippine Coast Guard conducts its maritime patrols in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the 2016 Arbitral Award, and the Philippine Maritime Zones Act. Yesterday, during an engagement with CCG-21612 in the vicinity of 132.97 WSW off Capon Grande, Zambales, or approximately 36.35 S off BDM, the Chinese Coast Guard increased its speed and maneuvered past the port side of the BRP Cabra, dangerously blocking its navigation route. This incident highlights the CCG's non-compliance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) and reflects a blatant disregard for safety at sea. While coast guards are typically recognized as enforcers of maritime safety and humanitarian organizations, the actions of the People's Republic of China diverge from these norms. Their illegal patrols jeopardize the lives of fishermen and legitimate law enforcement agencies alike. The Philippine Coast Guard remains committed to supporting the policy direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. that is to assert our rights and jurisdiction while ensuring that we do not act as an agent of escalation in the West Philippine Sea.

Philippine Coast Guard Continues Vigilant Patrols in Zambales Against Illegal Patrols of China Coast Guard Today, the Philippine Coast Guard vessel, BRP Cabra, under the command of LCDR Hanna Yanez, a female skipper, is actively patrolling off the coast of Zambales to thwart attempts by the China Coast Guard to normalize their illegal patrols within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Despite the BRP Cabra being smaller in length compared to the Chinese Coast Guard vessels, PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan asserts that international law empowers our vessel to operate without intimidation. This confidence allows the BRP Cabra to challenge the China Coast Guard, thereby exposing their unruly behavior and bullying tactics to the international community. The Philippine Coast Guard conducts its maritime patrols in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the 2016 Arbitral Award, and the Philippine Maritime Zones Act. Yesterday, during an engagement with CCG-21612 in the vicinity of 132.97 WSW off Capon Grande, Zambales, or approximately 36.35 S off BDM, the Chinese Coast Guard increased its speed and maneuvered past the port side of the BRP Cabra, dangerously blocking its navigation route. This incident highlights the CCG's non-compliance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) and reflects a blatant disregard for safety at sea. While coast guards are typically recognized as enforcers of maritime safety and humanitarian organizations, the actions of the People's Republic of China diverge from these norms. Their illegal patrols jeopardize the lives of fishermen and legitimate law enforcement agencies alike. The Philippine Coast Guard remains committed to supporting the policy direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. that is to assert our rights and jurisdiction while ensuring that we do not act as an agent of escalation in the West Philippine Sea.

Jay Tarriela

14,641 views • 1 year ago

Statement of the National Task Force-West Philippine Sea December 10, 2023, Manila, Philippines Today, 10 December 2023, China Coast Guard (CCG) and Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) vessels harassed, blocked, and executed dangerous maneuvers on Philippine civilian supply vessels, in another attempt to illegally impede or obstruct a routine resupply and rotation mission (RORE) to BRP SIERRA MADRE (LS 57) at Avungin Shoal. CCG vessel 5204 deployed a water cannon against the Philippine supply vessels causing severe damage to M/L Kalavaan's engines, disabling the vessel and seriously endangering the lives of its crew. Currently, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Sindangan (MRRV-4407) is safely towing M/ Kalavaan back to Ulugan Bay, Palawan. Additionally, BRP Cabra (MRRV-4409) suffered damage to its mast after being directly targeted by the full strength of the water cannon of the China Coast Guard. The PCG vessels and the resupply boats Unaizah Mae 1 (UM1) and M/L Kalayaan were subjected to reckless and dangerous harassment at close range by CCG and Chinese Maritime Militia vessels on their approach to Avungin Shoal. Contrary to China Coast Guard disinformation, UM1 was rammed by CCG 21556. Despite these extreme and reckless actions, UM1 successfully reached BRP Sierra Madre, and resupply is ongoing as of this writing. The Task Force reiterates that Avungin Shoal is a low-tide elevation within the Philippine's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf, in accordance with UNCLOS and as upheld by the 2016 Arbitral Award. The Philippines exercises sovereign rights and jurisdiction over the feature. As a low tide elevation, Avungin Shoal can neither be the subject of a sovereignty claim nor is it capable of appropriation under international law. China cannot lawfully exercise sovereignty over it. In this regard, the assertion of China that its actions in the vicinity of Avungin Shoal are a legitimate exercise of law enforcement measures, has no basis in international law. Further, we express grave concern over the deliberate disinformation conducted through official channels, that distort facts on the ground. We condemn, once again, China's latest unprovoked acts of coercion and dangerous maneuvers against a legitimate and routine Philippine rotation and resupply mission to Avungin Shoal that has put the lives of our people at risk. The systematic and consistent manner in which the People's Republic of China carries out these illegal and irresponsible actions puts into question and significant doubt the sincerity of its calls for peaceful dialogue. Peace and stability cannot be achieved without due regard for the legitimate, well-established, and legally settled rights of others. We demand that China demonstrate that it is a responsible and trustworthy member of the international community. The Philippines continues to act in accordance with international law, particularly UNCLOS and the 2016 Arbitral Award. The Philippines will not be deterred from exercising our legal rights over our maritime zones, including Akungin Shoal which forms part of our EEZ and continental shelf.

Statement of the National Task Force-West Philippine Sea December 10, 2023, Manila, Philippines Today, 10 December 2023, China Coast Guard (CCG) and Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) vessels harassed, blocked, and executed dangerous maneuvers on Philippine civilian supply vessels, in another attempt to illegally impede or obstruct a routine resupply and rotation mission (RORE) to BRP SIERRA MADRE (LS 57) at Avungin Shoal. CCG vessel 5204 deployed a water cannon against the Philippine supply vessels causing severe damage to M/L Kalavaan's engines, disabling the vessel and seriously endangering the lives of its crew. Currently, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Sindangan (MRRV-4407) is safely towing M/ Kalavaan back to Ulugan Bay, Palawan. Additionally, BRP Cabra (MRRV-4409) suffered damage to its mast after being directly targeted by the full strength of the water cannon of the China Coast Guard. The PCG vessels and the resupply boats Unaizah Mae 1 (UM1) and M/L Kalayaan were subjected to reckless and dangerous harassment at close range by CCG and Chinese Maritime Militia vessels on their approach to Avungin Shoal. Contrary to China Coast Guard disinformation, UM1 was rammed by CCG 21556. Despite these extreme and reckless actions, UM1 successfully reached BRP Sierra Madre, and resupply is ongoing as of this writing. The Task Force reiterates that Avungin Shoal is a low-tide elevation within the Philippine's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf, in accordance with UNCLOS and as upheld by the 2016 Arbitral Award. The Philippines exercises sovereign rights and jurisdiction over the feature. As a low tide elevation, Avungin Shoal can neither be the subject of a sovereignty claim nor is it capable of appropriation under international law. China cannot lawfully exercise sovereignty over it. In this regard, the assertion of China that its actions in the vicinity of Avungin Shoal are a legitimate exercise of law enforcement measures, has no basis in international law. Further, we express grave concern over the deliberate disinformation conducted through official channels, that distort facts on the ground. We condemn, once again, China's latest unprovoked acts of coercion and dangerous maneuvers against a legitimate and routine Philippine rotation and resupply mission to Avungin Shoal that has put the lives of our people at risk. The systematic and consistent manner in which the People's Republic of China carries out these illegal and irresponsible actions puts into question and significant doubt the sincerity of its calls for peaceful dialogue. Peace and stability cannot be achieved without due regard for the legitimate, well-established, and legally settled rights of others. We demand that China demonstrate that it is a responsible and trustworthy member of the international community. The Philippines continues to act in accordance with international law, particularly UNCLOS and the 2016 Arbitral Award. The Philippines will not be deterred from exercising our legal rights over our maritime zones, including Akungin Shoal which forms part of our EEZ and continental shelf.

Jay Tarriela

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