Tag: International Law

  • Philippine Coast Guard Repels ‘Monster Ship’ Further from Zambales Coast

    The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has successfully pushed the China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel 5901, known as the ‘monster ship’ due to its massive size, further away from the Zambales coastline. According to Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG’s spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, the vessel was moved to a distance of 117 nautical miles…

  • Philippine Military Stands Firm with President Marcos on West Philippine Sea Defense

    In a strong show of unity, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has declared its unwavering support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s stance on protecting the nation’s sovereignty and territorial rights in the West Philippine Sea. AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. emphasized the military’s commitment to defending every inch of…

  • Philippine National Security Council Endorses President Marcos’ Stance on West Philippine Sea

    The National Security Council (NSC) of the Philippines has thrown its weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s urging of China to honor the nation’s sovereignty and rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), and to halt its aggressive actions in this crucial maritime region. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año emphasized that the Philippines has…

  • Philippines Forced to Defend Sovereignty Against Chinese Aggression, Says Defense Secretary

    In a recent interview with the Hoover Institution’s ‘Battlegrounds’, Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed that the Philippines is compelled to defend itself due to China’s illegal actions in its waters. Teodoro highlighted that China’s aggressive moves in the West Philippine Sea, part of the South China Sea, are tantamount to forcibly stealing the…

  • Philippines Forced to Defend Itself Against China’s Illegal Maritime Actions, Says Defense Secretary

    In a recent interview with Hoover Institution’s ‘Battlegrounds’, Philippine National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed that China’s unlawful actions in the country’s waters are pushing the Philippines to take defensive measures and stand up for its rights. Teodoro highlighted that China’s aggressive tactics in the West Philippine Sea, including the use of maritime forces…

  • Philippines Ready to Cooperate with Interpol on ICC’s Duterte Probe, Palace Says

    The Philippine government has expressed its willingness to work with the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) should the International Criminal Court (ICC) seek assistance in its investigation of former President Rodrigo Duterte, according to a statement from Malacañang on Friday. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, speaking to reporters in Pasay City, reiterated the country’s withdrawal from…

  • Philippine Coast Guard’s BRP Cabra Successfully Repels Chinese Vessel from Zambales Coast

    The Philippine Coast Guard’s vessel, BRP Cabra, has effectively prevented the Chinese Coast Guard vessel 3103 from approaching the Zambales coastline. This was achieved through strategic maneuvering, as reported by Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea. The BRP Cabra’s crew has been diligently monitoring the illegal activities of the Chinese…

  • Philippine Coast Guard Intensifies Surveillance of Chinese Vessels in National Waters

    The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has escalated its vigilance over Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ships operating illegally within the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The PCG has deployed the BRP Suluan, a 44-meter multi-role response vessel, to replace the BRP Gabriela Silang in monitoring the CCG vessel 3304 near Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG…

  • ASEAN Foreign Ministers Address Key Regional and Global Challenges

    During the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia, on January 19, 2025, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ foreign ministers convened to discuss pressing issues including the South China Sea, Myanmar, and the Middle East. The retreat marked the first meeting under Malaysia’s chairmanship of ASEAN, with a focus on inclusivity and sustainability…

  • ASEAN Foreign Ministers Address Key Regional Issues at Langkawi Retreat

    At the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia, on January 19, 2025, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ foreign ministers convened to discuss pressing regional and international issues. The retreat, marking the first meeting under Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship, focused on developments in the South China Sea, the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, and the…