𝐁𝐑𝐏 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩
On its second day of patrol, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Cabra continues to actively monitor the movements of Chinese Coast Guard vessel 5901. The CCG vessel has been challenged regarding its illegal presence, emphasizing that it lacks the legal authority to operate within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone. This radio challenge from the PCG is a response to claims made by the CCG vessel, which asserts it is conducting law enforcement duties within what it considers the jurisdictional waters of the People’s Republic of China.
To enhance safety and oversight of legitimate PCG maritime patrols, Commandant Admiral Ronniel Gil Gavan has deployed the PCG Islander to support these operations. This aircraft will document any potential incidents, including intentional ramming by the CCG vessel, and ensure that immediate rescue operations can be initiated if needed.
Despite the Chinese Coast Guard's ongoing illegal presence approximately 65 to 70 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales, the PCG leadership remains unwavering in its commitment to a vigilant, rules-based, and peace-oriented approach. The PCG will continue to take deliberate and appropriately measured actions to challenge the illegal presence of the Chinese Coast Guard until it ceases its violations of the Philippines’ sovereign rights in these waters.
Throughout these monitoring efforts, the safety and security of Filipino fishermen remain the PCG's highest priority.
Photos and videos courtesy of PCG
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