PCG drives away Chinese research vessel from EEZ

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully drove away a Chinese research vessel spotted in the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

According to a “24 Oras” report on Monday, the Chinese vessel was observed entering the Philippine EEZ near Burgos, Ilocos Norte on May 1.

The PCG deployed BRP Teresa Magbanua and an aircraft to monitor and conduct a radio challenge on the Chinese vessel.

Amid the operation, PCG also spotted a submersible vessel, including a rigid hull inflatable boat, heading towards the Chinese vessel. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/LDF, GMA Integrated News