@Zhengyimingdao@SCS_PI Incorrect! Falkland is a territory. It can be claimed. Second Thomas Shoal is not a territory. It’s a Low-tide elevation, cannot be subjected to territorial claims.
🇵🇭 has the right to patrol 2nd Thomas Shoal, as it is within its EEZ.
After the latest incident in the WPS, a Japanese delegation visited @coastguardph Headquarters today. The delegation visited BRP Cabra, one of the Japanese provided vessels that make up the bulk of the agency’s fleet and of the same class that was involved in the incident. 1/3
The harassment is not new. The incursions into Philippine waters are not new. What's new is that the #Philippines is pushing back and making it public. What's critical is that every country that values its own sovereignty make its voice heard in support.
https://t.co/LSuOtW0RWd
#China still scattering its maritime militia ships near #Philippines-held Pag-Asa island out of camera range whenever @coastguardph (currently BRP Melchora Aquino) shows up. 4 of the big Qiong Sansha Yu ships are within 3-3.5nm, while another 19 are dispersed 10-25nm further out.