Five powerful countries have come to the defense of the Philippines so far, following the China Coast Guard's use of a military-grade laser towards BRP Malapascua on Ayungin Shoal.

The Marcos administration immediately acted on it by filing a new diplomatic protest against Beijing and summoning the Chinese ambassador to Malacañang.

Maritime security experts say it's time to put an end to the hostile threats as the Philippines defends its territory.

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