Marina sanctions illegal Chinese dredger linked to Manila Bay reclamation project

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has imposed fines and sanctions against the Chinese dredgers that allegedly conducted “illegal activities” in Manila Bay and rivers in Zambales, a government official said. In a text message to the BusinessMirror, Marina National Capital Region Director Marc Anthony Pascua said the agency has conducted an investigation into the report submitted by the National Coast Watch Center (NCWC) and has taken action against the alleged perpetrators.