PCG Challenges Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Encroaching Near Luzon Coast
Diplomacy

PCG Challenges Chinese Coast Guard Vessel Encroaching Near Luzon Coast

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) issued a radio challenge to a China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel spotted encroaching near the coasts of Zambales, Pangasinan, and Ilocos provinces. The PCG identified the activity as an illegal maritime patrol based on China's disputed "nine-dash line" claim and accused it of violating international law.

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