President Bongbong Marcos Asserts Sovereignty Amidst Rising Tensions in the Indo-Pacific
March 28, 2024 - President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. released a statement earlier today outlining the Philippines' stance on the ongoing tensions in the Indo-Pacific region. Over the past few days, Marcos has held extensive discussions with the country's National Security and Defense leadership, resulting in a series of directives aimed at protecting the nation's sovereignty and jurisdiction.
The President has also been in frequent contact with representatives from international allies, partners, and friends. They have pledged their support to the Philippines, offering assistance tailored to the country's specific needs in order to maintain peace and stability in the region. Marcos has communicated the country's requirements, and has received assurances that these will be met.
In the coming weeks, Marcos announced that a response and countermeasure package will be implemented by relevant national government agencies. This package is designed to be proportionate, deliberate, and reasonable in response to the ongoing, illegal, and aggressive actions by agents of the China Coast Guard and the Chinese Maritime Militia.
Marcos emphasized that the Philippines seeks no conflict with any nation, especially those that claim to be friends. However, he affirmed that the country will not be intimidated into silence, submission, or subservience. He ended his statement with a powerful reminder: "Filipinos do not yield."