The Philippine Coast Guard’s flagship multi-role response vessel, BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701), continues its sustained deployment near the China Coast Guard vessel 4305, which is located approximately 42.77 nautical miles southeast of Bajo De Masinloc and 103.15 nautical miles southwest of Capones Island, Zambales.
Under the orders of PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan and in full alignment with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s policy, BRP Teresa Magbanua is actively conducting radio challenges to CCG 4305, firmly asserting that its illegal presence in the area constitutes a clear violation of the 2016 Arbitral Award, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and the Philippine Maritime Zones Act.
These radio challenges underscore the Philippines’ unwavering commitment to defending its sovereign rights and jurisdiction within its exclusive economic zone, as affirmed by the 2016 Arbitral Award that invalidated China’s excessive maritime claims.
The visible and resolute presence of BRP Teresa Magbanua also reassures Filipino fishermen of the government’s steadfast support, enabling them to fish safely and freely without fear of harassment, intimidation, or interference.
Through its professional, rules-based, and restrained maritime patrol—including persistent radio challenges—the Philippine Coast Guard complies to the directive of the President to continue to uphold maritime law, safeguard national sovereignty, and promote peace and stability in the West Philippine Sea without escalation.
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