West Philippine Sea
Members of the Philippine House of Representatives demanded over the weekend that China immediately remove a floating platform it placed in the waters of Panatag or Scarborough Shoal. The lawmakers described the structure as an unauthorized intrusion into Philippine maritime zones. They also urged compliance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and the 2016 arbitral ruling.
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A new Pulse Asia survey found that 86 percent of Filipinos want the government to defend the West Philippine Sea by forming alliances with like-minded countries, in line with the 2016 arbitral award.
The Philippine Air Force announced the completion of construction and improvements to facilities on Pag-asa Island in the West Philippine Sea to boost its presence and capabilities. The structures include a new hangar and an improved runway for easier landings and takeoffs of air assets.
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The Armed Forces of the Philippines has welcomed the United States military's reported plan to establish a new refueling depot in Mindanao by 2028. Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad said the facility would enhance national operations rather than attract attacks. The AFP remains committed to defending sovereignty amid challenges in the West Philippine Sea.
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