40 Chinese Ships Spotted in Philippine Waters
The Philippine Coast Guard reported spotting over 40 Chinese vessels, including a research ship, in the vicinity of the Kalayaan Island Group within Philippine waters.
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Lacson and Marcoleta's verbal spat escalates into war of letters
The verbal dispute between Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson and Senator Rodante Marcoleta, stemming from remarks about the Kalayaan Island Group, has intensified into an exchange of formal letters.
Philippine Coast Guard Activates New Command in Kalayaan Island Group
The Philippines officially activated a new Coast Guard Command in the Kalayaan Island Group, reinforcing its presence in the disputed territory.
Lacson, Marcoleta clash over history of Kalayaan Islands
MANILA, Philippines – Senators Rodante Marcoleta and Panfilo “Ping” Lacson disagreed over the real story behind the discovery of Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) on Tuesday. The interaction followed a few weeks after the two had a heated exchange during a Senate Commission on Appointments Committee on National Defense hearing when Marcoleta said “we can give
Philippines Mandates Local Names for Over 100 Kalayaan Island Group Features
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued an Executive Order officially mandating the use of local Philippine names for more than 100 geographical features within the Kalayaan Island Group in the West Philippine Sea, a move that could impact maritime tensions.
Editorial Affirms Philippine Sovereignty Over Kalayaan Island Group
An editorial from Rappler highlights the unwavering stance of Philippine senators regarding the Kalayaan Island Group, asserting that its status is not open for debate.