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More Filipino fishermen in Bajo de Masinloc as PH Coast Guard beefs up security

THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has confirmed the increasing presence of Filipino fishermen in the disputed Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), seen as a 'significant milestone in promoting maritime security and maritime safety'.

According to the PCG, it has monitored approximately 45 Filipino fishing boats conducting fishing activities in the waters off Bajo De Masinloc during intensified maritime operations from February 28 to March 5.