On Friday, January 20, Filipino fishing boat Ken-Ken boat captain Lito Al-os reported to the PCG that CCGV 5204 allegedly drove them away while they were fishing in vicinity waters off Ayungin Shoal on January 9.
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard said on Saturday, January 21, that it is investigating an incident involving a Chinese coast guard vessel that allegedly shooed away a Filipino fishing boat in Ayungin Shoal earlier in January.
In the report, CCGV 5204 was said to have maneuvered towards the fishing boat around 800 yards away, and deployed a rigid hull inflatable boat . The China Coast Guard personnel onbaord the RHIB gestured for the Filipino fishermen to leave the area.But, according to the PCG, CCGV 5204 continued to shadow FFB Ken-Ken towards Boxall Reef.
“This is to protect the interest and ensure the safety of Filipino fishermen who conduct fishing operations in the said vicinity waters as their source of livelihood,” the PCG said. “If deemed necessary, the DFA may use the said report in filing an appropriate diplomatic action,” the PCG said.
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