src="/files/fa/news/es/Thumbnails/a6cc48e9-e191-4ede-abfc-4768a3343ab4_260_199.jpg' class='img_convert' title='7 Abducted in Philippine Pirate Attack' alt='7 Abducted in Philippine Pirate Attack'>
According to MANA, an investigation was underway and the coastguard had launched a pursuit in coordination with the military and police, said coastguard spokesman Commander Armand Balilo.
The captives are Indonesian, Malaysian and Vietnamese seamen, as well as Filipinos, a Dutchman, a German and a Japanese national.
A surge in piracy off parts of the Philippines is forcing ship-owners to divert vessels through other waters, pushing up costs and shipping times.