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SENATE URGED: PROBE ‘AYUNGIN DEAL’ WITH CHINA

Senator Kiko Pangilinan is asking the Senate to investigate the so-called “Ayungin Deal” or “Provisional Understanding” that the Philippines entered with China for the former’s rotation and resupply mission operations to the grounded BRP Sierra Madre. Proposed Senate Resolution No. 536 directs the appropriate Senate committee to conduct an inquiry, in aid of legislation, into […]

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ESCUDERO WANTS DIALOGUE ON AYUNGIN SHOAL TENSION

Senate President Chiz Escudero expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea, particularly in Ayungin Shoal, and called for a comprehensive briefing from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to address the intensifying conflict. “The escalation of tensions in the West Philippine Sea is alarming, and the Senate will be seeking […]

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ESCUDERO WANTS AYUNGIN SHOAL PERMANENT STRUCTURES

Senator Chiz Escudero said he will propose the allocation of at least P100 million in the 2024 national budget to fund the construction of permanent structures in Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to strengthen the country’s presence in the contested maritime territory. “I will propose the allocation of minimum P100 million to […]