The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel harassed a Philippine fishing vessel in the South China Sea using a high-decibel acoustic device. The PCG said that the CCG vessel approached the Philippine vessel at a close distance and fired the acoustic device for about 10 minutes, causing the crew to experience discomfort and fear. The PCG condemned the CCG’s actions and called for China to respect the Philippines’ sovereign rights in the South China Sea.
PCG: China harassed PH vessel with high-decibel acoustic device
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