This opinion piece by Justice Antonio T. Carpio, published on Rappler, discusses legal and diplomatic approaches to counter China’s actions in the West Philippine Sea, focusing on the Philippines’ reliance on international law and collective action.

Justice Antonio T. Carpio addressed China’s claim over Ayungin Shoal, refuting it as “utterly false.” The 2016 Arbitral Tribunal ruled that Ayungin Shoal is a low-tide elevation, not subject to sovereignty, and lies within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, as it is 200 nautical miles from its baselines.

Source:

• https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/analysis-if-china-thinks-title-strong-then-submit-to-arbitration/