NSC, senators react on collisions between CCG, PCG vessels

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00:00 The National Task Force for the West Philippine CRNTF WPS emphasized its commitment to peaceful and lawful actions in

00:07 accordance with international law including the UNCLOS and the 2016 Arbitral Award following the recent collision incident

00:15 between the Philippine Coast Guard and China Coast Guard vessels. It also calls on China to demonstrate responsible behavior as a

00:23 member of the international community.

00:26 Meanwhile lawmakers condemned the harassment of China towards the Philippine vessel. Senator Poe denounces the recent actions of the

00:33 Chinese Coast Guard. She stressed the country supports the rules-based order in the South China Sea but also

00:39 emphasizes the need to address and respond to harassment and attacks against its Coast Guard and people.

00:45 Meanwhile Senator Jingoy Estrada remains steadfast in his support of the Foreign Affairs Department and the PCG

00:53 pressing China to cease harassing Philippine vessels utilized for the resupply mission in a Union Shoal.

00:59 He also calls on China to respect international maritime law and stop using bullying tactics.