Diplomacy
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Economic Warnings, Legal Debate, and Maritime Posturing Mark Latest West Philippine Sea Developments
Antonio Carpio, China, DFA, Diplomacy, Economy, IMOA, Maritime Rights, Philippine Navy, Philippines, Sanctions, South China Sea, West Philippine SeaRecent tensions in the West Philippine Sea see China warning of economic fallout, the Philippine Navy remaining focused, legal figures pushing for open diplomacy, the DFA clarifying maritime rights, and China rejecting sanctions against Filipino lawmakers.
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Philippines Accelerates South China Sea Code Talks as China Urges Dialogue and U.S. Reaffirms Support
ASEAN, China, Code of Conduct, Diplomacy, Maritime Dispute, Philippines, South China Sea, United StatesThe Philippines accelerates negotiations on a South China Sea code of conduct with ASEAN and China, as diplomatic messaging intensifies, Beijing calls for dialogue, and the United States reaffirms its support for Manila.
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From Diplomacy to the Classroom: New Moves on the West Philippine Sea
China, China envoy, Diplomacy, Erwin Tulfo, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, IMOA, Maritime Rights, Philippines, public awareness, Senate Bill 1625, South China Sea, West Philippine Sea, WPS Education ActFirst Lady meets Chinese envoy; a new bill seeks mandatory West Philippine Sea education in schools as Manila pushes for awareness amid ongoing tensions.
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Philippines Confronts Gray-Zone Pressure, Strengthens Alliances, and Holds the Line at Second Thomas Shoal
Australia, Canada, China, Diplomacy, gray-zone, Maritime Security, Philippines, Second Thomas shoal, South China Sea, West Philippine SeaPhilippines weighs gray-zone deterrence, joint drills strengthen alliances, and Second Thomas Shoal tensions rise in this week’s South China Sea updates.
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Nine Years On: Philippines Defends Sovereignty, Gains Global Backing in South China Sea Showdown
Arbitration, ASEAN, China, Diplomacy, International Law, Maritime Security, PCA ruling, Philippines, South China Sea, US-PH relationsPhilippines defends sovereignty, rejects ‘troublemaker’ tag, and gains U.S. support amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.
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Philippines Strengthens Defense and Diplomacy Amid Rising South China Sea Tensions
China, Defense, Diplomacy, environmental damage, Legal Action, Maritime Dispute, Philippines, South China Sea, Sovereignty, Typhon missile, U.S. military collaborationAmid growing tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines strengthens its defense, diplomacy, and legal measures to assert sovereignty. Through initiatives like educational campaigns, military training with the U.S., and legal actions against China, the Philippines is intensifying efforts to protect its maritime resources.
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Rising Tensions in the South China Sea: Technology, Security, and Legal Battles
AI technology, China, cybersecurity, Diplomacy, International Law, Maritime Dispute, Philippines, regional security, South China Sea, U.S. militaryTensions rise in the South China Sea as China strengthens its military and AI capabilities, the U.S. deploys missile systems in the Philippines, and Manila pursues legal action against Beijing. Explore the latest developments and their impact on regional stability.
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Rising conflicts in South China Sea
2016 arbitral award, acoustic device, China, Chinese Coast Guard, Diplomacy, fishing vessel, harassment, International Law, Maritime Dispute, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippines, South China Sea, territorial dispute, UNCLOS, West Philippine SeaThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has accused the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) of harassing a Philippine fishing vessel in the West Philippine Sea using a high-decibel acoustic device. The PCG issued a warning to the CCG vessel, citing Philippine laws and the 2016 arbitral award that invalidated China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea.
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Statement on the Address of President Duterte to the UN General Assembly
75th UN General Assembly, Albert del Rosario, Arbitral Award, China, Diplomacy, International Law, Maritime Rights, Philippines, President Duterte, South China SeaAmbassador Albert Del Rosario welcomes President Duterte’s invocation of the 2016 Arbitral Award at the 75th UN General Assembly, marking a significant moment in asserting the Philippines’ rights in the South China Sea.
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Geopolitical Quandaries in the South China Sea: Options for the Philippines, China and the US
China, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Geopolitical Challenges, International Law, International Relations, Maritime Security, Philippines, Regional Stability, South China Sea, Territorial Disputes, USDr. Aileen S.P. Baviera discusses the geopolitical challenges in the South China Sea, focusing on the complex interactions between the Philippines, China, and the US. She explores potential strategies for conflict management, including diplomacy and international alliances.