The Philippine Coast Guard needs at least 20 offshore patrol vessels to sustain its presence in the West Philippine Sea and other territorial waters of the country, an official said Monday. | JEMendozaINQ
Tarriela said the PCG currently has only three offshore patrol vessels — one of which was bought from France and two from Japan. He said these vessels are not enough to protect the Filipino fishermen in the West Philippine Sea.The call for more offshore patrol vessels came about after recent maritime incidents between the PCG and the Chinese Coast Guard.
Apparently, China’s actions were anchored on its sweeping claims over South China Sea, including the West Philippine Sea.
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