Ben Madilynn
Mariing kinondena ni House Speaker Martin Romualdez ang tumitinding pambu-bully ng China sa West Philippine Sea (WPS), na ang huli ay ay sinadya at tatlong beses na pagbangga ng barko ng China Coast Guard (CCG) nitong Sabado, Agosto 31, sa BRP Teresa Magbanua, na ilang buwan nang nakaangkla sa Escoda Shoal.
“The Philippines remains committed to dialogue and a peaceful resolution, but we also stand ready to safeguard our sovereignty. We call for respect, and we are determined to meet any challenges that may arise,” deklara ni Speaker Romualdez sa isang official statement nitong Setyembre 1. “For the Philippines, for our future, and for our sovereignty, we will stand firm.”
Kasunod nito, hinimok ng House leader ang Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) na idulog ang insidente—ang ikalimang pag-atake ng China sa mga Pilipino sa WPS nitong Agosto—sa “highest levels of international diplomacy.”
“I urge the Department of Foreign Affairs to bring this matter to the attention of the highest levels of international diplomacy. The global community, including the United Nations, should be made aware of these concerning actions,” aniya.
May panawagan din si Speaker Romualdez sa mga Pilipino: “I ask for your continued support and unity during these challenging times. Let us stand together in defense of our nation, sending a clear message that while we seek peace, we are prepared to protect what is rightfully ours.”
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