IMOA
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Increased Patrols, ASEAN Concern, and Manila’s Firm Stance Mark New Week in West Philippine Sea Affairs
ASEAN concern, China patrols, Department of National Defense, IMOA, Maritime Security, Philippine Coast Guard, President Marcos, Scarborough Shoal, South China Sea disputes, UNCLOS, West Philippine SeaChina boosts Scarborough patrols, ASEAN voices concern over incidents and reclamations in the South China Sea, and Manila reinforces law-based maritime defense.
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Protecting Sovereignty: 1Sambayan Urges Government Action on China’s Embassy Conduct
1Sambayan, CCP, China, China-Philippines Relations, Chinese Embassy, disinformation, foreign agents, foreign influence, IMOA, information warfare, national sovereignty, Philippine foreign policy, Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, West Philippine Sea, wolf warrior diplomacy1Sambayan urges the Philippine government to take a firmer stand against China’s “wolf warrior” diplomacy, foreign influence, and disinformation, calling for stronger diplomatic, legal, and policy responses to protect Philippine sovereignty.
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Q&A ON THE STATEMENT OF THE DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON OF THE CHINESE EMBASSY IN THE PHILIPPINES
Arbitral Award 2016, China-Philippines dispute, IMOA, International Law, Maritime Law, Philippine maritime rights, Sabina Shoal, Scarborough Shoal, Second Thomas shoal, South China Sea, UNCLOS, West Philippine SeaClarifying misstatements by the Chinese Embassy on the West Philippine Sea, this Q&A explains UNCLOS maritime zones, the 2016 Arbitral Award, and the Philippines’ rights over Scarborough, Second Thomas, and Sabina Shoals.
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PCG Pushes Back, Diplomatic Barbs Fly as China Embassy Criticizes West Philippine Sea Statements
Chinese Embassy Manila, diplomatic protest, IMOA, Jay Tarriela, Maritime Sovereignty, Philippine Coast Guard, South China Sea, Vienna Convention, West Philippine SeaPCG West Philippine Sea spokesperson Tarriela rejects Chinese Embassy’s protest, saying there’s no need to apologize for factual posts on maritime incidents.
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Rising Coercion, Strengthened Alliances, and Public Trust in Defense Partnerships Shape the West Philippine Sea Landscape
alliances, Australia, China, coercive actions, defense modernization, IMOA, Japan, Maritime Security, Philippine Navy, Philippines, Public Opinion, South China Sea, US Philippines, West Philippine SeaPH Navy alerts on increased coercive actions by China; calls grow to boost defense capabilities, strengthen alliances, and reflect public trust in partners.
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Humanitarian Watch, Firm Diplomacy, and Assertion of Maritime Rights Mark First Week of 2026 in the West Philippine Sea
China, Exclusive Economic Zone, Filipino fishermen rescue, IMOA, Kiko Pangilinan, Maritime Sovereignty, Philippine diplomacy, Philippines, South China Sea, UNCLOS, US Navy, West Philippine SeaUS Navy rescues Filipino fishermen; Manila reaffirms West Philippine Sea claims; Senator Pangilinan underscores Philippine EEZ in diplomatic exchange with China.
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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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150 Years of the Carta General: Justice Carpio, the NHCP Commemoration, and the Map That Anchors Philippine Maritime Territory
Bajo de Masinloc, Carta General del Archipielago Filipino, historical maps, IMOA, International Law, Justice Carpio, Kalayaan Island Group, Maritime Sovereignty, NHCP, Panacot, Philippine history, Scarborough Shoal, West Philippine SeaIMOA highlights the NHCP’s 150th anniversary commemoration of the Carta General and Justice Carpio’s role in restoring its legal and historical significance.
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“Be Wise to China’s Playbook”: Carpio Warns of New Moves on Scarborough Shoal
Antonio Carpio, Bajo de Masinloc, Chinese militarization, Chinese playbook, IMOA, Maritime Sovereignty, Panatag, Philippines, Scarborough Shoal, South China Sea, West Philippine SeaCarpio warns that China may turn Scarborough Shoal into a “monitoring station” — urging diplomatic, legal and security readiness to safeguard Philippine sovereignty.