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Philippines to resist if China removes Sierra Madre’
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will resist any attempt by China to forcefully remove the BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal.
The AFP, through spokesman Col. Medel Aguilar, made the commitment as it prepares to launch another resupply mission for troops stationed on the beached World War II era transport ship in Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal.
“Of course, we will resist,” Aguilar said at the Saturday News Forum at the Dapo Restaurant and Bar.
https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/08/13/2288295/philippines-resist-if-china-removes-sierra-madre
Will China-Philippines tensions make other South China Sea claimants more likely to speak up?
Southeast Asian neighbours may look on with unease at recent incidents between Manila and Beijing, says academic
The tensions arise amid discussions over a South China Sea code of conduct and may be a factor in negotiations
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3230824/will-china-philippines-tensions-make-other-south-china-sea-claimants-more-likely-speak
China asks Philippines to work on resolving South China Sea tensions
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged the Philippines to work with China on a way to resolve tensions in the South China Sea. The official Xinhua news agency said on Saturday, August 12.
The comments come amidst rising tensions between the two countries due to a military outpost. Wang made the statement during a visit to Singapore and Malaysia which took place on Thursday and Friday, said Xinhua.
https://scandasia.com/china-asks-philippines-to-work-on-resolving-south-china-sea-tensions/
Xi's Pirate Army? Philippines Video Shows Blue Boats Working With China Coast Guard To Control Seas
Evidence of China’s long-denied “sea mercenaries” appear to have been caught on camera last week. Video of the Chinese coast guard firing water cannons at Philippine boats sparked outrage in Manila. The video released by the Philippine coast guard as proof of the incident also revealed a compelling detail. Among the flotilla of ships marked “Chinese Coast Guard” are two blue-hulled vessels