Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada Senate PRIB file photo / Bibo Nueva España MANILA, Philippines — Following his brother's denial of circulating claims, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada likewise asserted that their father – former President Joseph Estrada – did not make an agreement to remove BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal. 'During my phone conversation today with former Senator Orly Mercado, who held the position of Defense Secretary during my father's tenure, he confirmed that there was no agreement or promise whatsoever made to the Chinese government,' said Jinggoy Estrada in a statement on Monday.

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