Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has urged China to provide early notifications before any rocket debris enters Philippine waters, emphasizing that such alerts would mitigate risks and aid in the safe retrieval of debris. This request comes amid concerns over Chinese rocket stages and debris potentially falling into the region.

According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos highlighted in a press briefing with the Philippine media that this is not the first incident of suspected Chinese rocket debris landing in Philippine waters. He clarified that no laws were breached and there were no casualties, stating, "There have been no casualties. The good side to all of this, wala nama casualty. Wala naman tinamaan. Hindi naman nagka-problema."

President Marcos recounted a previous discussion with Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a visit to Beijing, where he expressed that Manila had no desire to keep the debris. He further stated, "You know, we have no interest in your rockets. Just tell us where they will land, we will collect it and give it to you. And that continues to be my offer to China. 'Pag may babagsak, kukunin namin sa dagat tapos dadalhin namin sa inyo. Wala naman problema."

The Department of Foreign Affairs had earlier voiced concerns over debris from China's Long March 12 rocket landing in Philippine maritime zones. The department urged countries engaged in space activities to act responsibly to protect the interests of other states.