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By ANNA FELICIA BAJO, GMA News
Published April 1, 2021 1:44pm
Updated April 1, 2021 1:43pm
After conducting maritime patrols, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday said man-made structures were found at Pagkakaisa Banks (Union Banks), which is part of the Kalayaan Islands Group (KIG).
In a statement, the AFP said the man-made structures built on some of the features were illegal.
Philippine forces conducted the patrols on Wednesday, March 31.
The Laws of the Sea gives the Philippines indisputable and exclusive rights over the area. These constructions and other activities, economic or otherwise, are prejudicial to peace, good order, and security of our territorial waters, the AFP said. ....

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