Philippine security officials held a press conference to address the ongoing presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels, including a large 'monster ship', near Zambales. This is a new development in the disputed waters, raising concerns about China's intentions and prompting questions about the Philippines' response.
More than a week after the Philippines reported China's incursions in waters off Zambales, what's Manila to do next?
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine security officials called for a press conference on Tuesday, January 14, more than a week after the China Coast Guard started deploying vessels, including its so-called “monster ship,” to an area some 70 to 90 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, noted it is “new” behavior for the CCG in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone — the area isn’t among the usual sources of tension, and it’s the closest a Chinese ship as large as the “monster ship” has sailed to our shores.
Rappler reporter Bea Cupin recaps the press conference, explaining why these incursions are alarming, and what the Philippines plans to do — or not do — moving forward.Bea is a senior multimedia reporter who covers national politics. She's been a journalist since 2011 and has written about Congress, the national police, and the Liberal Party for Rappler.Philippine News
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