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‘Government not giving up West Philippine Sea claims’

The Marcos administration is on the right track in its consistent lodging of official protests against China’s incursions and harassment in the West Philippine Sea, as the protests prove to the world the country’s determination to defend its sovereignty, House Deputy Majority Leader Neptali Gonzales II said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Navy confirms increased cyberattacks in West Philippine Sea

The Armed Forces of the Philippines yesterday confirmed an increase in cyberattacks on the country’s military ships in the past three to four years in the West Philippine Sea, but assured the public that such efforts to disrupt communications and jam signals in Philippine territorial waters are not a cause for alarm......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

‘China destroyed 21,000 acres of West Philippine Sea coral reefs’

The country faces a decline in fisheries production amid reports that China has destroyed at least 21,000 acres of coral reefs in the West Philippine Sea an expert from the University of the Philippines-Marine Science Institute warned yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

PCG reports ongoing dangerous maneuvers from Chinese vessels in West Philippine Sea

The Philippine Coast Guard is sounding the alarm as Chinese vessels continue in engaging in dangerous maneuvers in the West Philippine Sea, despite the presence of PCG and Philippine maritime assets......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

West Philippine Sea: Guard PH shoal, fishers with frequent patrols

The Philippines will take “decisive action” in securing one of its traditional fishing grounds amid growing Chinese aggression in the West Philippine Sea by establishing a constant presence at Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal through rotational patrols of that area by government ships starting this month. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año on Friday said vessels from the Philippine Coast.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

More PCG, BFAR vessels to be deployed in West Philippine Sea

Manila has ordered increased deployment of Philippine Coast Guard and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources vessels in Panatag Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, aimed mainly at protecting the country’s interests and fishermen in the area......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

DFA slams Chinese consul general’s false narratives on West Philippine Sea

The Department of Foreign Affairs slammed a Chinese official yesterday for again making false claims on the West Philippine Sea issue......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Philippines, US hold another joint activity in West Philippine Sea

Naval forces of the Philippines and the United States Indo-Pacific Command completed another joint activity in the West Philippine Sea yesterday, in what officials stressed was a show of commitment of both nations to boost regional security and stability......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

China must withdraw ships from West Philippine Sea, groups say

Militant groups on Tuesday said China must withdraw its ships from the West Philippine Sea as well as its claims over islands based on bogus sovereignty......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Gibo: Don’t fish alone in West Philippine Sea

Local fishermen should not sail to the West Philippine Sea alone, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro said yesterday, following reports that the Chinese coast guard forced Filipino fisherfolk to return shells they had gathered from Panatag or Scarborough Shoal......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Support up for military patrols in West Philippine Sea – OCTA poll

More Filipinos support expanded naval patrols and troop presence in the West Philippine Sea to assert the country’s territorial rights in the area, a recent survey conducted by OCTA Research showed......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

79 percent want Philippines to work with US amid West Philippine Sea tension

Eight in 10 Filipinos want the Philippine government to work with the United States amid the continuing tensions in the West Philippine Sea, a recent survey conducted by Pulse Asia showed......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Food shortages, joblessness and West Philippine Sea tension

Filipinos are in the grip of three major crises: a food shortage, joblessness and the West Philippine Sea tension......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Sara reveals she will run in next polls

Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

AFP’s main challenges: Preserving, protecting Philippines territory, sovereignty

Without specifically mentioning the West Philippine Sea and the country’s current problems with China in the area, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said preserving and protecting Philippine territory and sovereignty tops the military’s main challenges for 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

News on China s actions in WPS need to shift focus

MEDIA FOLLOWED recent incidents in the West Philippine Sea as Chinese vessels engaged in maneuvers to block patrol boats of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on February 12. The news on February 17 also reported the disturbing allegation of China's use of cyanide, causing damage to the resources and the waters of Bajo de Masinloc, also known as Scarborough Shoal.Although China's harassment of Philippine vessels a.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

PH intensifies patrols to guard WPS fishing grounds

The Philippines will actively protect its traditional fishing grounds in the West Philippine Sea from increasing Chinese aggression by having government ships regularly patrol Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal starting this month. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año announced that vessels from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) will take.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

DSWD tackles peace initiatives with AFP

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) revealed that they have discussed cooperation and peace initiatives with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). DSWD Assistant Secretary Arnel Garcia said the meeting on Monday was to discuss the program that will cover members of non-state armed groups and victims of terrorism. “We have.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

Gibo, AFP officials visit security facilities in Aurora

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro and top officials of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) visited key security facilities in Aurora province on Thursday in an effort to ensure the country’s control over resources in the Philippine Rise......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Young lawyer, 4 NPA comrades massacred by AFP—CPP

“Contrary to international laws of war, the victims were tortured and killed." The post Young lawyer, 4 NPA comrades massacred by AFP—CPP appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024