Spokesperson of the China Coast Guard Bureau Comments on Philippine Coast Guard's Provocative Hype
Chinese Coast Guard spokesperson Liu Dejun stated that recently, the Chinese Coast Guard organized routine law enforcement training in the jurisdictional waters near Huangyan Island and issued a navigation safety notice in advance according to the law. During this period, the Philippine side gathered a large number of vessels to intrude into the Chinese training area, under the pretense of "fishing," attempting to create incidents, incite hype, and gain international attention. We warn the Philippine side to immediately stop provoking trouble and spreading rumors. The Chinese Coast Guard will conduct law enforcement activities in the waters around Huangyan Island in accordance with the law, resolutely safeguarding national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
The Chinese Coast Guard conducted law enforcement training near Scarborough Shoal, warning Philippine vessels that attempted to enter the area under the guise of fishing. The Chinese authorities emphasized their commitment to maintaining territorial sovereignty and issued navigation safety notices in advance of the exercises.
- Chinese Coast Guard conducted law enforcement training near Scarborough Shoal.
- Philippine vessels attempted to enter the training area under the pretext of fishing.
- China issued a warning to the Philippines to cease provocative actions.
- The training is part of China's efforts to assert territorial sovereignty.