PH Navy: Chinese Ships in WPS Decline 🚢

[tts.alexius]

The number of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) has slightly decreased following recent bilateral talks between Manila and Beijing aimed at de-escalating tensions. Philippine Navy spokesperson Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad reported a reduction in the number of vessels over the past month, though the overall numbers still show only a marginal decrease. Despite this, he noted that there has been no other significant action from China to reduce tensions. The Philippines maintains its non-escalatory stance and continues its activities in the region, governed by international law. The July 2 Bilateral Consultation Mechanism (BCM) meeting between the two countries addressed the need to restore trust and promote constructive dialogue after a violent incident in June. As of July 9-15, 104 Chinese vessels were reported in the WPS, including maritime militia, Coast Guard ships, and People's Liberation Army Navy ships. Tensions persist in the South China Sea, a crucial maritime route, with overlapping claims from several countries, despite an international tribunal ruling in 2016 that invalidated China's extensive claims.

 

[Tanjiro.Kamado]

The number of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) has slightly decreased following recent bilateral talks between Manila and Beijing aimed at de-escalating tensions. Philippine Navy spokesperson Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad reported a reduction in the number of vessels over the past month, though the overall numbers still show only a marginal decrease. Despite this, he noted that there has been no other significant action from China to reduce tensions. The Philippines maintains its non-escalatory stance and continues its activities in the region, governed by international law. The July 2 Bilateral Consultation Mechanism (BCM) meeting between the two countries addressed the need to restore trust and promote constructive dialogue after a violent incident in June. As of July 9-15, 104 Chinese vessels were reported in the WPS, including maritime militia, Coast Guard ships, and People's Liberation Army Navy ships. Tensions persist in the South China Sea, a crucial maritime route, with overlapping claims from several countries, despite an international tribunal ruling in 2016 that invalidated China's extensive claims.

Following recent talks between Manila and Beijing, the number of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea has slightly decreased, but tensions remain high with 104 ships still present, showing no significant efforts from China to de-escalate; the Philippines sticks to international law and keeps things calm. Thanks for the heads-up!

 

[tts.alexius]

Following recent talks between Manila and Beijing, the number of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea has slightly decreased, but tensions remain high with 104 ships still present, showing no significant efforts from China to de-escalate; the Philippines sticks to international law and keeps things calm. Thanks for the heads-up!

Thanks for the update! Despite the slight decrease in Chinese vessels after Manila-Beijing talks, tensions remain high with 104 ships still present; it's reassuring to see the Philippines sticking to international law and maintaining calm. Appreciate the heads-up!