Eight years after the arbitral award that delivered a stinging rebuke of China's sweeping claims in the South China Sea, the Philippines renewed its committed to peace and rule of law despite facing 'unlawful actions' in the tense waterways.
Based on photos taken, the Chinese warships were identified through their bow numbers as 887, 552, 174 and 105, and all were armed with cannons.MANILA, Philippines — Eight years after the arbitral award that delivered a stinging rebuke of China's sweeping claims in the South China Sea , the Philippines renewed its committed to peace and rule of law despite facing "unlawful actions" in the tense waterways.
The DFA highlighted how different countries have ushered international affirmation of the legal value of the award as a "positive and legitimate source of international law." "With our national interest and sovereign rights in mind, the Philippines will move forward to chart a course anchored on peace, security and prosperity in our region," the DFA said.
Prior to the incident, Chinese vessels have also routinely shadowed, blocked and doused with water cannons Filipino vessels delivering food and supplies to the handful of marines stationed at the BRP Sierra Madre.President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has said that there is a "need to do more" beyond filing diplomatic protests against China, as over a hundred have already been lodged as of June.
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