The Philippines’ Foreign Ministry has called on China to cease illegal structures, reclamations, and take responsibility for environmental damage in the South China Sea. Responding to China’s request for prior notification of resupply missions to the Second Thomas Shoal, within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), the Philippines asserts its right to conduct legitimate activities within its EEZ without notification. These resupply missions support Filipino troops stationed on the disputed Second Thomas Shoal. Tensions persist over territorial claims in the South China Sea, with the Philippines urging accountability while China’s response is awaited.
Philippines Urges China to Halt South China Sea Activities
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