THE Western Command (Wescom) expressed on Thursday, September 14, 2023, concern over the resurgence of swarming activities of China in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).In a statement,...
THE Western Command expressed on Thursday, September 14, 2023, concern over the resurgence of swarming activities of China in the West Philippine Sea .
Wescom said the Rozul Reef, which is within the exclusive economic zone and continental shelf, is the “most prominent” location of heightened Chinese swarming activity in the WPS, noting that a previous incident reported by the Philippine Navy on August 24 revealed that 33 CFVs were spotted in the same area.
It said that such intrusion is a continuous violation of the Philippine sovereign rights and jurisdiction. Wescom assured, though, that they will continue to be vigilant and take necessary measures to safeguard the country’s vital national interests and maintain stability in the region in coordination with other defense forces, law enforcement agencies, and international partners.
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