Philippine President Marcos Jr states no use of water cannons or offensive weapons in South China Sea to avoid escalating tensions.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has stated that the country will not use water cannons or other offensive weapons in the South China Sea, aiming to avoid raising tensions in the strategic waterway. Marcos emphasized that the Philippines' navy and coast guard will work to lower tensions, not follow actions taken by Chinese coast guard and vessels. In response to China's use of water cannons against Filipino vessels last week, the Philippines expressed protest, describing the action as harassment and dangerous maneuvers. The South China Sea, a significant maritime trade route, is a contested region with overlapping claims by China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei.
May 06, 2024
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