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MANILA, Philippines – A Filipino fisherman who went overboard and ended up swimming and floating out at sea for over 18 hours was rescued by Vietnamese fisherfolk on May 4, the Philippine Navy said in a media release.

Allan Maglangit, whom the Navy identified as a fisherman working for a company based in Cebu, was rescued by Vietnamese fisherfolk then turned over to a Vietnamese Fisheries Surveillance ship, then finally to the Philippines’ BRP Andres Bonifacio in the West Philippine Sea.

The Navy did not specify where Maglangit was rescued in the West Philippine Sea, or part of the South China Sea that includes the Philippine Sea.

“Demonstrating compassion, the Vietnamese fishermen extended a helping hand to a fellow seafarer, providing a much-needed assistance and ensuring h…

Source:https://www.rappler.com/philippines/vietnamese-rescue-filipino-fishermen-west-sea-may-2024/