PCG Islander Continues Vigilant Monitoring of Chinese Coast Guard Vessel
In response to the derangement of BRP Teresa Magbanua, which has returned to Bataan for minor repairs, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) remains resolute in its commitment to safeguarding our maritime jurisdiction. The has ensured that the Chinese Coast Guard Vessel 5901, known as the “monster ship,” is closely monitored through the deployment of the PCG Islander for aerial maritime patrols.
This afternoon, the PCG Islander asserted a firm position against the illegal presence of the Chinese monster ship within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) by issuing a radio challenge. This emphasized that the Chinese Coast Guard vessel is operating within Philippine maritime jurisdiction and that China lacks the legal authority to claim it is conducting legitimate maritime patrol operations. The Chinese vessel was tracked at an approximate distance of 67 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales.
The PCG recognizes the critical importance of its role, not only in physically monitoring the Chinese Coast Guard vessel but also in preventing any attempts by China to normalize its illegal deployment of maritime forces and disrupt the status quo.
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