CCG 5205 shining a Laser Dazzler on the BRP Malapascua, Photo by the PCG |
In light of the likely use of a “Laser Dazzler” System by the China Coast Guard (CCG) Vessel Number 5205 recently against the BRP Malapascua (MMRV-4403) of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), it is possible that China is considering becoming more aggressive in the South China Sea (SCS) against Philippine Assets after the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) was expanded.
And I think that will be a Brilliant Play for them, for many Reasons. For one, the EDCA Expansion has given them the excuse to do so. They can always say, “that expansion is a Threat to us as a Country as it allowed the Philippines to be used to encircle us Militarily”.