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Screengrab from a series of videos released by the Armed Forces of the Philippines on Wednesday, June 19. It shows Chinese Coast Guard personnel swarming the rigid hull inflatable boats of the Philippine Navy that was already moored alongside BRP Sierra Madre during a violent encounter at Ayungin Shoal on Monday, June 17.
“President Marcos has repeatedly underscored the Philippines adherence to an open, inclusive, and rules based international order that is governed by international law and informed by the principles of equity and justice,” he added. The National Security Council, for its part, on Wednesday said it thinks China also wants to scale down the tension in the West Philippine Sea.
“We know that there is a possibility of deception. We are not sure about their sincerity but that does not mean we will not talk with them,” Malaya added. “Our nations have consistently showcased the manifold benefits of mutual respect. As such, we implore both sides to refrain from actions or declarations that will only fuel the already precarious situation.”
Manila hopes to convene the Philippines-China Bilateral Consultation Mechanism on the South China Sea in early July “specifically to discuss the recent incidents,” Manalo said.
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