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Second Thomas Shoal is now under Chinese control!
Philippines: Chinese Surveillance Ship Parks Near Contested Shoal
Acedillo, who also attended the turnover rites, said that a Chinese coast guard ship is now permanently anchored near Ayungin Shoal, poised to take over the area.
Citing reports, he said at any given time, there is a Chinese Coast Guard ship anchored near the grounded Philippine Navy logistic ship, BRP Sierra Madre, manned by a contingent of Navy personnel.
“This is now a big problem, because once BRP Sierra Madre disintegrates and we leave the area, the Chinese can immediately take over,” Acedillo said.
A senior naval officer also said that China’s naval blockade is continually trying to block Western Command (Wescom)’s troop rotation and re-provisioning operations in the shoal.
New Navy chief vows to defend West Philippine Sea | Headlines, News, The Philippine Star | philstar.com
Philippines: Chinese Surveillance Ship Parks Near Contested Shoal
Acedillo, who also attended the turnover rites, said that a Chinese coast guard ship is now permanently anchored near Ayungin Shoal, poised to take over the area.
Citing reports, he said at any given time, there is a Chinese Coast Guard ship anchored near the grounded Philippine Navy logistic ship, BRP Sierra Madre, manned by a contingent of Navy personnel.
“This is now a big problem, because once BRP Sierra Madre disintegrates and we leave the area, the Chinese can immediately take over,” Acedillo said.
A senior naval officer also said that China’s naval blockade is continually trying to block Western Command (Wescom)’s troop rotation and re-provisioning operations in the shoal.
New Navy chief vows to defend West Philippine Sea | Headlines, News, The Philippine Star | philstar.com
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