VP Harris has called on countries to stand up for territorial integrity and freedom of navigation in the South China Sea.
, and said Washington would press an international campaign against “irresponsible behavior” in the disputed waters.
“We must stand up for principles such as respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, unimpeded lawful commerce, the peaceful resolution of disputes,” she said. In her talks with Marcos Jr. on Monday, Harris reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to defend the Philippines under the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty, which obligates the allies to help defend any side that comes under attack.
In Palawan’s main city of Puerto Princesa, Harris visited a small fishing community and discussed with impoverished villagers the impact of illegal fishing on their livelihood. In Sunday’s incident in the Spratlys, the most hotly contested area, Vice Adm. Alberto Carlos, commander of the Philippine military’s Western Command, said a Chinese coast guard ship twice blocked a civilian boat manned by Philippine navy personnel before seizing the debris it was towing off Thitu island.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Kamala Harris To Visit Front-line Philippine Island In South China Sea FeudVice President Kamala Harris is visiting the Philippines to underscore America’s commitment to defend its treaty ally.
Baca lebih lajut »
U.S. VP Harris visits Philippine island on edge of contested South China SeaU.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday visits the Philippine island of Palawan in the South China Sea, part of a three-day trip to an Asian ally that is central to America's bid to counter China's increasingly assertive stance in the region.
Baca lebih lajut »
VP Harris urges respect of sovereignty in South China SeaVice President Kamala Harris has called on countries to stand up for territorial integrity and freedom of navigation in the disputed South China Sea, which has been challenged by China
Baca lebih lajut »
Philippines and China tussle over retrieving rocket debris floating in disputed South China Sea | CNNThe Philippines and China tussled on Sunday over Chinese rocket debris in the disputed South China Sea, raising tensions ahead of a scheduled visit by US Vice President Kamala Harris.
Baca lebih lajut »
Philippines Accuse Chinese Coast Guard of ‘Forcefully’ Swiping Rocket DebrisThe crew tied the Chinese rocket component—later confirmed to be casing that protects its nose cone—to their boat and started towing it before they were cut off by the Chinese Coast Guard vessel.
Baca lebih lajut »
Harris is traveling near the South China Sea. Here's why that mattersWhile visiting the Philippines, Harris is making a stop at Palawan, an island bordering the South China Sea, where there have been ongoing territorial disputes between China and its neighbors.
Baca lebih lajut »