MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines filed a diplomatic protest against China on Monday after the harassment and endangerment of Filipino fisherfolk in Escoda (Sabina) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Malacañang also denounced the water cannon attack of the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) on the 20 Filipino fishing boats, which led to three fishermen being injured. In a briefing on Monday, Palace press officer Claire Castro echoed the Department of Foreign Affairs statement condemning the incident. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. also directed the Philippine Coast Guard to prioritize the safety of all Filipinos, especially fisherfolk conducting their livelihood in the WPS. “The […]... Keep on reading: PH files new diplomatic protest vs China for Dec. 12 attack on fishermen