As tensions escalate in the South China Sea, Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said his country must “do more” in responding to China’s “illegal action” in the hotly contested waterway, following a confrontation last week that led to one Filipino navy serviceman losing a thumb. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Read More: ‘Like They Are Pirates’: Philippines Slams Latest Chinese Confrontation in South China Sea Marcos told reporters Thursday that Manila has filed “over a hundred” diplomatic protests after individual incidents with China—which have escalated in recent months to include the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) using water cannons, military-grade lasers, and dangerous boat maneuvers—but strong words have not curbed Beijing’s aggression.
‘we Have To Do More’: Marcos Urges Fiercer Response, While Showing Restraint, Toward Chinese Aggression In South China Sea
Chad de Guzman, Time: World
Thu, 06/27/2024 - 2:30am
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