The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has mobilized BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) and an aircraft to monitor, challenge, and escort a Chinese research vessel suspected of conducting illegal marine scientific research off the coast of Ilocos Norte. (Video courtesy of PCG / Jay Tarriela via X)
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READ: https://mb.com.ph/2025/5/6/pcg-deploys-ship-aircraft-to-challenge-chinese-research-vessel-off-ilocos-norte-s-coast
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00:00The Chinese Research Vessel Tan Su San Hao, this is Philippine Coast Guard Vessel, BRP Teresa Magbanwa MRRV 9701.
00:11We are conducting maritime enforcement operations within the Philippines Exclusive Economic Zone
00:16in accordance with the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and the 2016 Arbitral Award.
00:25Your vessel is within our Exclusive Economic Zone. Its irregular track and movement are not consistent with the freedom of navigation.
00:35Rather, they are indicative of the conduct of marine scientific research in violation of the sovereign rights of the Philippines.
00:43You are hereby commanded to stop your illegal activities, declare your intentions, and transit our Exclusive Economic Zone continuously,
00:52consistent with international and Philippine national laws. Over.
01:22Your vessel is positioned, basically at the site of the course of the Robotsport Day,
01:27indirect formation of our children's rights. You are contacted by its private literate.
01:33You are hereby commanded to pursue instructions in the area.
01:35Give me a minute, and enjoy your intention.
01:38If you are shooting in traffic, please.
01:40Unfortunately, the day is over.