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China Coast Guard assault on PH Navy personnel at Ayungin Shoal

Senator Robin Padilla condemned alleged violent actions by the China Coast Guard against Philippine Navy personnel at Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, describing the assault as an affront to Filipino troops exercising legitimate maritime rights. Padilla called for stronger government measures to protect personnel and hold those responsible accountable, asserting that diplomatic protests alone are insufficient as CCG aggression continues to escalate.