Philippine Coast Guard

The Philippine Coast Guard dismissed China’s claim that its monitoring activities are publicity stunts. Officials reported sending an aircraft to confront a Chinese research vessel conducting unauthorized surveys near Pag-asa Island on May 16.

May 03, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The Philippine Coast Guard announced it will deploy vessels and aircraft to challenge and drive away Chinese research ships conducting unlawful marine scientific research in the West Philippine Sea. Four Chinese vessels were detected operating in Philippine waters without government consent. The PCG emphasized that foreign marine scientific research requires prior government authorization.