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China-Philippines Territorial Dispute: Ancient Maps ‘Debunk’ Chinese Claim Over Scarborough Shoal
Cartographic Exhibit, China, Historical Truths and Lies, IMOA, Institute for Maritime and Ocean Affairs, Justice Antonio T. Carpio, Maps, Philippines, South China Sea DisputeThe Philippines has upped the ante in its territorial dispute with China by fighting fire with fire, or in this case, a map with a map. The Philippines has recently unveiled an exhibit in Manila of 60 ancient maps of Asia that authorities say debunk China’s claimed “historical ownership” over disputed areas of the South […]
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Opening Remarks for the Cartographic Exhibit
Atty. Elma Christine R. Leogardo, Cartographic Exhibit, China, DLSU, IMOA, Justice Antonio T. Carpio, Maps, maritime heritage, maritime history, South China Sea, South China Sea Dispute, Territorial DisputesAtty. Elma Christine R. Leogardo, President of the Institute for Maritime and Ocean Affairs, delivers opening remarks at the Cartographic Exhibit, stressing the importance of maritime history and cartography in understanding territorial disputes.