Baybay City, Philippines – November 6, 2024 – WPS.News reports on continued activity in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) over the past 24 hours. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments:

  • Chinese Coast Guard Presence: Reports indicate continued presence of Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) near Pag-asa Island (also known as Thitu Island). The exact number and type of vessels remain unclear. Filipino漁民 (gyo-min, fisherfolk) have reported observing CCG ships conducting maneuvers in the area.
  • Vietnamese Fishing Vessel Apprehended: The Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reported apprehending a Vietnamese fishing vessel within the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) on November 5th. The vessel was allegedly caught engaging in illegal fishing activities. The crew is currently under investigation and the boat is impounded.

No Official Statements: As of this report, there have been no official statements from either the Philippine government or the Chinese government regarding the CCG activity.

Tensions Remain High: These developments come amidst ongoing tensions in the WPS due to China’s expansive territorial claims. The Philippines, along with other Southeast Asian nations, continues to challenge these claims.

WPS.News will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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