Marcos Seeks Transparency on Duterte's Secret Deals with China Over West Philippine Sea
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Marcos Jr. believes Duterte made a secret deal with China regarding the West Philippine Sea and wants to know the details.
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Duterte and China admitted to a "gentleman's agreement" not to repair or reinforce the BRP Sierra Madre ship at Ayungin Shoal.
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Duterte said he would provide more details on the agreements with China, but has not done so yet.
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Marcos expressed frustration over lack of documentation and transparency around the Duterte-China deals.
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Senators want to reinforce or improve the Sierra Madre to defend Philippine sovereignty over Ayungin Shoal.