Tag: Freedom of Navigation

  • Philippines and Japan Reaffirm Dedication to Maritime Freedom and International Law

    In a significant diplomatic exchange, the National Security Advisers of the Philippines and Japan, Eduardo Año and Okano Masataka respectively, have once again pledged their support for the principles of freedom of navigation and adherence to international law in the contentious waters of the South China Sea and East China Sea. This commitment was voiced…

  • Singapore Reinforces Commitment to Freedom of Navigation During Historic Naval Visit to Philippines

    In a significant diplomatic and military gesture, Singapore has reaffirmed its dedication to the principles of freedom of navigation and overflight during a historic visit by the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN) RSS Endeavour to Manila. The visit, marking the first Singaporean naval port call in Manila in 26 years, took place from February 13…

  • Philippine Military Monitors Chinese Navy Ships Exiting EEZ

    The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) have been vigilantly monitoring three Chinese Navy ships as they navigate out of the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The vessels, part of the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), were first spotted on February 1 near Bajo de Masinloc and have since been tracked moving southward. Rear Admiral…

  • Philippine Coast Guard Reports 13th Day of Chinese Vessel Incursion

    The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has reported that the unauthorized presence of the China Coast Guard’s (CCG) vessel 5901 in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ) has now lasted for 13 days. The PCG’s West Philippine Sea spokesperson, Commodore Jay Tarriela, shared on social media that the BRP Gabriela Silang is closely monitoring the movements…