China willing to investigate poaching of giant clams in South China Sea 0 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Genalyn KabilingBEIJING — China is prepared to investigate the alleged illegal harvesting of giant clams by local vessels in the disputed South China Sea. Romana, China even proposed a joint investigation with the Philippines, particularly the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), on the matter. “The issue of giant clams is still a challenge. Earlier, the Philippine government promised to take legal action after local fishermen complained that Chinese vessels were poaching giant clams from Panatag Shoal.

Source: Manila Bulletin April 24, 2019 07:52 UTC