West Philippine Sea

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

The map, with Taiwan at its center, is headlined "Pacific Key." It appeared in 1950 in Time, the U.S. magazine, depicts the East Asia strategy the U.S. was pursuing almost 75 years ago. #EndTheCCP

[aka @akafaceUS]

Can we do the same?

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@jenniferzeng97 China actually belongs to the Philippines :)

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@GordianKnotRay @CollinSLKoh @duandang @Aaron_MatthewIL @justin_baquisal @mavgonzales @JeffreyOrdaniel @AndrewSErickson @ajphelo @chinogaston @brentdsadler We need to be vigilant of the Island Stealing Communist

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@RobertAlanWard Great - I think we need to add more bases, the Chinese communist mafia thugs need to be contained like the the cockroaches they are, an infestetaion! Lol

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@IvanAtHome @MonteroMax While not proven - but sadly has high probably of being true.

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@inquirerdotnet Hmmm - so English Speakers have lower comprehension? This sounds ass backwards lol.

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@PhilippineStar Hmm - it’s an easy fix, bring English language programming back into Television and radio, stop perpetuating Tagalog programs that more than half the population doesn’t speak natively anyways. We don’t have news in English anymore, besides the CNN Philippines news sometimes…

[Max Montero @MonteroMax]

Nice!

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@WJGBalderama So at this Point it’s Clear that Duterte is Pro China and losing the spratley islands and Marcos is pro USA and for enforcing maritime law? Is this how it stands today? - hmmm

[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

NSC Press Release
Strategic Communications Office
22 October 2023
7:30pm

PHILIPPINES REMAINS COMMITTED TO PROTECTING AND SECURING THE NATIONAL INTEREST, DESPITE PROVOCATIONS

“We will not be deterred and we will continue to resupply our troops in BRP Sierra Madre despite provocations.” This was the sentiment of National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo M. Ano when informed of the collision incidents during the resupply mission to, and the upkeep of, the BRP Sierra Madre stationed at Ayungin Shoal, legitimate activities in the PH exclusive economic zone which are in accordance with international law.

Earlier today two incidents of dangerous maneuvering by Chinese Coast Gaurd and militia vessels resulted in collisions during the latest routine and regular rotation and resupply (RORE) mission to BRP SIERRA MADRE (LS57). The first took place on or about 0604H and involved China Coast Guard vessel 5203 (CCGV 5203) colliding with supply boat Unaiza May 2 (UM 2) due to the former vessel recklessly and irresponsibly conducting illegal and dangerous blocking maneuvers against Philippine vessels.

The second incident happened at approximately 0814H when Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel MRRV 4409 was struck by Chinese Maritime Militia vessel 00003 that was actively engaged in coordinated maneuvers to harass, impede. and obstruct the Philippine vessels.

The PCG reports that crews of the Philippine vessels involved in the collisions were safe and unharmed.

Reacting to the incident, Vice Admiral Alberto Carlos, Commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Western Command (WESCOM), stated: “Through the years, our resupply sorties have always been regular and routinary. Our sailors have met Chinese vessels’ dangerous maneuvers with utmost patience, competence, and professionalism to avoid any accidents or untoward incidents.”

For newly appointed PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan the importance of the recent resupply mission's success, though partial, demonstrated the AFP’s and PCG's “…capability to manage and overcome provocative, irresponsible, and reckless conduct from their Chinese counterparts in a professional and resolute manner, without escalating tensions.”

He urged the China Coast Guard (CCG) to adhere to the maritime safety provisions of UNCLOS and the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) to ensure the safety of both parties involved, avoiding any unfortunate incidents that could put lives at risk.

When asked to describe the mood and morale of the personnel under his command, Vice Admiral Carlos said that the men and women of the WESCOM are “…resolute in exercising our mandate of protecting our maritime territory and delivering the needed supplies in Ayungin Shoal. We remain determined to secure our sovereignty, sovereign rights, and our jurisdiction. Your WESCOM is undaunted. “

When asked about the actions today of the China Coast Guard and their maritime militia and Chinese claims, made through their Ministry of Foreign Affairs and their Embassy here in Manila, that these acted in a “reasonable, lawful, and professional” manner, Secretary Año responded that "The professionalism, restraint, and gallantry of our officers and personnel put them to shame every time we go out there.”

As of writing, PCG vessels MRRV-4407 and MRRV-4409 are currently escorting supply boats Unaiza May 1 and 2 back to their home port. According to the PCG MRRV-4409 will stay with the supply boats to ensure that the damaged supply boat will safely make the trip.

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@FiveTimesAugust Most look like angry white people hmmm

[Granger @GrangerE04117]

As of September 2022, the Philippines continually works on improving the access to Thitu Island (Kalayaan Island).

With continued concreting of the easter portion of the pier and the runway. It would lead to more access to other types of aircraft and ships.

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

USA Vows to Defend Philippines if attacked by China. #SouthChinaSea #PLAN #CCPChina https://t.co/3iB8aQHTdb

[Inquirer @inquirerdotnet]

China appeared to be doing new construction work on the artificial island it had built on Zamora (Subi) Reef in the West Philippine Sea over the last four months, according to US geospatial company Simularity.

READ: https://t.co/lg2Q89U6NU

[West Philippine Sea @wphilsea]

@RoArquette @elonmusk Lol

[U.S. Navy @USNavy]

America's #BlueGreenTeam in action in the #SouthChinaSea!

@USMC aircraft conduct flight-ops aboard #USSAmerica while operating in @US7thFleet to enhance interoperability with allies and serve as a ready response force to defend peace in the region. #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific

[🇺🇦Hong Kong World City☔️ @HKWORLDCITY]

🇨🇳China names 80 islands in #SouthChinaSea. #China #MilkTeaAlliance #Invaders

🔶"No state can claim sovereignty over underwater features unless they are within 12 nautical miles of land." https://t.co/TpCjIAFPth

[Dongguan Boy @DongguanBoy]

Change the name "South China Sea" to "Southeast Asia Sea" - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/DCduBIJ4Xz via @Change

[World Government @World_Govern]

#China must stop its bullying behaviour and military build-up. China established administrative units on South China Sea's islands while other claimants are pre-occupied with tackling the #ChinaVirus pandemic. The two districts are now under the control of China’s Sansha city.