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PCG continues to monitor China's 'monster ship' amid rough seas

PCG continues to monitor China's 'monster ship' amid rough seas

Dennis Gasgonia,

ABS-CBN News

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Updated Jan 13, 2025 01:22 AM PHT

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China Coast Guard's "monster ship" off the coast of Zambales, January 12, 2025. Handout/Philippine Coast Guard China Coast Guard's "monster ship" off the coast of Zambales, January 12, 2025. Handout/Philippine Coast Guard 

MANILA -- The Philippine Coast Guard has kept a wary eye on Chinese Coast Guard vessel 5901 despite the adverse sea conditions off the waters of Zambales.

The PCG said BRP Teresa Magbanua remained on guard as China's 'monster ship' maintained its presence in Philippine waters. 

"The Chinese vessel has been kept at a considerable distance of approximately 95 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales," said the PCG in a statement. 

"Additionally, the PCG is actively conducting radio challenges to address the unlawful presence of the Chinese Coast Guard within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)."

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The PCG said the Teresa Magbanua is maintaining its operations despite 3-5 meter waves in Zambales.

The PCG said it will continue to challenge the Chinese sea craft to remind China of its intrusion. 

"It is crucial for the Philippines to persistently challenge their presence to prevent the normalization of their illegal activities, which could ultimately lead to a successful alteration of the status quo," said the PCG.

The Philippine Coast Guard earlier said it successfully pushed away one of China's ships.

PCG Commodore Jay Tarriela said BRP Teresa Magbanua already averted China Coast Guard vessel 3304 from getting near the coastline of Zambales, “achieving a remarkable distance of up to 97 nautical miles offshore.”

“This strategic maneuvering by the BRP Teresa Magbanua has prompted the People’s Republic of China to deploy the China Coast Guard 5901 ‘monster ship’ this afternoon, as they attempt to outmaneuver the PCG vessel,” said the PCG spokesperson on the West Philippine Sea. 

“However, the dedication and vigilance of the officers and crew remain unwavering; no amount of intimidation from the China Coast Guard can deter their resolve,” Tarriela added. 

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