MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard said it is investigating a cargo vessel with travel history to China after its captain allegedly declared false information on the ship’s clearance details. PCG said the Panama-flagged MV Harmony 6 arrived in Changzhou, China on February 13 and left on February 18. Health inspection is needed for the issuance of port clearance. ‘Turned off’ AISThe Automatic Identification System of the vessel was allegedly turned off from February 19 until its arrival to the Philippine waters, PCG said. The vessel is “under temporary detention” at the anchorage area La Union while investigation into the possible violations is ongoing.

Source: Philippine Star February 28, 2020 06:45 UTC