Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
AS China's "no trespassing" regulation took effect on Saturday in most parts of the South China Sea (SCS), including those within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ), the country's coast guard immediately deployed two of its ships in a show of determination to protect its fishermen.
The Philippines' move comes as G7 leaders called out China for its "increasing use" of dangerous maneuvers and water cannons against Filipino vessels, reiterating its opposition to Chinese "intimidation activities" in the South China Sea.
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