Summary
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. calls for a reduction in tensions in the South China Sea and condemns China for harassment and intimidation.
- Tensions between Beijing and Manila have escalated with multiple confrontations near disputed areas.
- Marcos accuses China of aggressive tactics, including blasting horns, firing water cannons, and targeting civilian Filipinos’ boats and planes.
- The South China Sea remains a region of significant geopolitical importance due to abundant natural resources and global trade routes.