President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to Malacañang following a violent confrontation between Filipino soldiers and Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) personnel at Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea.

The incident resulted in injuries to two Navy personnel, who were evacuated by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) after facing blocking maneuvers by CCG vessels.Palace officials emphasized that the meeting focused on national security and diplomatic resolutions, rejecting escalatory actions.Jing described the meeting as constructive, highlighting discussions on bilateral relations and managing disputes without hostile exchanges.The DFA plans to file a diplomatic protest against China, while Beijing accused the Philippines of provoking the incident.Both sides reiterated their commitment to resolving tensions through dialogue, with negotiations on the South China Sea dispute continuing.

The incident underscores ongoing tensions over territorial claims in the West Philippine Sea, with the Philippines asserting its sovereignty over the area within its exclusive economic zone.