The Philippine Navy has confirmed the presence of two Chinese vessels near Recto (Reed) Bank.

An intelligence report dated August 9 disclosed that the two ships were seen near Recto Bank a week ago, according to VAdm. Giovanni Carlo Bacordo, the chief of the navy.

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