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Philippines Protests China's Unilateral Annual Fishing Ban in South China Sea

May 27, 2024, 07:42 AM

The Philippines' Foreign Ministry has formally protested China's unilateral imposition of a four-month long fishing ban in the South China Sea. The ban, which the Philippines claims violates its sovereignty, has raised tensions in the region. The ministry has called on China to cease and desist from what it describes as 'illegal actions' within the Philippines' maritime zones. The protest was lodged on Monday and pertains to China's annual fishing ban.