Philippines protests 'belligerent' Chinese actions in Bajo de Masinloc Published May 3, 2021 8:48am Updated May 3, 2021 9:51am The Philippines has protested the "belligerent" actions of Chinese Coast Guard to Philippine Coast Guard vessels patrolling and conducting training exercises in the vicinity of Scarborough Shoal or Bajo de Masinloc. In a statement, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said these actions include "shadowing, blocking, dangerous maneuver and radio challenges." The DFA maintained that since Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) and Bajo de Masinloc are integral parts of the Philippines, it can conduct maritime patrols and training exercises in these areas. "China has no law enforcement rights in these areas," the DFA said.