Phl stands firm: Escoda Shoal within EEZ
The Philippine Star|September 13, 2024
While discussions with Beijing "on areas of cooperation" continue, the Philippines remains firm in its position on Escoda (Sabina) Shoal, where the Chinese have intensified acts of aggression, including ramming a Philippine Coast Guard ship on several occassions.
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Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Undersecretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro made this clear to Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong during their frank and candid exchange of views at the Bilateral Consultation Mechanism held in Beijing on Wednesday.

"Emphasizing that Escoda Shoal is within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the Philippines, Undersecretary Lazaro reaffirmed the consistent position of the Philippines and explored ways to lower the tension in the area," the DFA said in a statement.

During the meeting, Chen was said to have asked the Philippines to immediately withdraw its coast guard vessel in Escoda Shoal, apparently referring to the BRP Teresa Magbanua.

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