THE presence of a US Navy aircraft during the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) resupply mission in Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) boosted the morale of Filipinos — both civilians and troops — the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said.

PCG spokesman Commo. Jay Tarriela made the remark on Tuesday as some sectors questioned the US aircraft's presence during the September 8 resupply mission.

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