PCG Expels 5 Foreign Vessels Near Loaita Island in South China Sea
The Philippine Coast Guard expelled five unauthorized foreign fishing vessels from waters surrounding Loaita Island (Kota Island) in the South China Sea. This marks the third such operation in two weeks, underscoring the need for sustained vigilance against activities challenging Philippine sovereignty.
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