Posted 4/3/2024, 4:03:00 AM
Philippines Vows to Stand Firm on Disputed Shoal Despite Chinese Pressure
- Philippines remains committed to keep BRP Sierra Madre grounded on Second Thomas Shoal to bolster maritime claims
- Will continue resupply missions to soldiers stationed on the shoal
- Any Chinese interference with resupply missions will be met with a response to protect troops
- Shoal has been a flashpoint of maritime run-ins between Philippines and China recently
- In 2016, international court ruled China's territorial claims in South China Sea have no legal basis