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Fishermen report frequent incursions and intimidation by Chinese vessels, which often muscle into Philippine waters, chase out local fishermen, and harvest fish resources unlawfully. These aggressive activities force Filipino fishermen to retreat closer to land, limiting their access to prime fishing grounds and severely impacting their livelihoods. Despite reporting these incidents to authorities, little effective action has been taken against the larger, heavily armed Chinese vessels, leaving local fishermen powerless.