Chinese Coast Guard’s water cannon aggression on Philippine Coast Guard vessels in the West Philippine Sea last August 5 was “brazen, unnecessary, and uncalled for.” | AParungaoINQ
“Restraint in dealing with maritime disputes must be observed by the Chinese Coast Guard rather than resorting to means that are unnecessary, uncalled for, and may result in escalating tensions,” Tupas added.
The Iloilo representative urged all parties to resolve maritime issues according to international law, and with respect to the, which favored the Philippines’ case against China’s nine-dash line claim in the South China Sea. “Resolution of maritime border issues must be made in adherence to international law, specifically the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and the 2016 Arbitral Award,” he pointed out.
“Respect for the Philippines’ sovereignty over the West Philippine Sea, our Exclusive Economic Zone, and territorial waters must be observed.”On August 5, a CCG vessel blocked PCG vessels escorting boats delivering supplies to Filipino soldiers in the West Philippine Sea.
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