China Coast Guard maintains ‘illegal presence’ in West PH Sea – task force

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MANILA, Philippines — China Coast Guard (CCG) has continued its “illegal presence” in the West Philippine Sea, a government task force said Wednesday.

Three CCG ships were spotted in Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, one in the municipality of Kalayaan in Palawan, and one more in Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal as of the latest, the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) said.

“These incursions are under review for the possible filing of appropriate diplomatic actions,” it said.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) conducted maritime patrols and exercises in the municipality of Kalayaan and Panatag Shoal, in response to the continued illegal pre…

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