DFA: Ayungin resupply understanding requires no permission from China
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs has clarified that a new provisional understanding regarding resupply missions to the BRP Sierra Madre does not require Chinese permission. The arrangement aims to prevent maritime miscalculations while maintaining the Philippines' sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea.
Why it matters
This clarifies the diplomatic stance on a major geopolitical flashpoint in the South China Sea, impacting regional stability and international maritime law.
Manila Bulletin - DFA: Ayungin resupply arrangement requires no permission from China
DFA: Ayungin resupply arrangement requires no permission from China
Government says arrangement ensures safe and uninterrupted resupply operations while upholding the Philippines' sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea
The DFA said the provisional understanding prevents misunderstandings at sea and ensures the safe conduct of RORE missions to BRP Sierra Madre.
The department stressed that the arrangement does not require the AFP to seek China's permission and does not allow the boarding or inspection of Philippine vessels.
The DFA invited former Associate Justice Antonio Carpio to propose a viable alternative that would ensure the safe and timely conduct of resupply and troop rotation missions while upholding Philippine sovereign rights.
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