While a large number of Chinese fishing vessels have been moored in the Philippines' exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea since last month, the Philippine Ministry of Defense has accused the Chinese government of some fishing vessels still remaining after a month. The Chinese embassy in Manila has been strongly opposed and has been criticized.
In the waters 300 kilometers west of Palawan Island in the western Philippines, about 220 Chinese fishing boats were confirmed to be moored early last month, and the Philippine government protested that it was in its own exclusive economic zone, and the Chinese side. Explained that he was berthed because the weather was rough.
The Philippine Ministry of Defense issued a statement on the 3rd, saying that although the weather is recovering, 44 Chinese fishing boats are still there. "There is no reason to stay moored in the same place. You should go out. We are not stupid, "he accused the Chinese government of.
In response, the Chinese embassy in Manila posted on Facebook, "This is a place where Chinese fishermen have been fishing for many years. You should stop agitating your feelings with unprofessional behavior." doing.
On the 4th, the Philippine Ministry of Defense issued a statement saying, "China's allegations over the South China Sea have been denied in an international arbitration trial. It is a complete violation of international law." ..
Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte has emphasized economic relations with China and has shelved the South China Sea issue so far, and this time it is unusual to refer to the arbitral tribunal's decision that had already been filed before he took office. ..