Protesters in Manila call for China to withdraw its ships from a disputed area in the South China Sea.<br/> <br />The continuing stand-off between a Philippine coast guard ship and two Chinese surveillance boats is well into its second week.<br/> <br />Chinese state media reported on Thursday that Beijing sent a third boat to the area to safeguard Chinese fishing vessels.<br/> <br />Activists say the case should be judged by an international court.<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE) (English) AKBAYAN PARTY SPOKESPERSON EMMAN HIZON SAYING:<br/> <br />"We're calling on the Chinese government to immediately and unconditionally remove all of its naval vessels in the area, respect Philippine sovereignty and marine jurisdiction over the area."<br/> <br />China says it prefers to settle disputes bilaterally, without international involvement.<br/> <br />Megan Detrie, Reuters
