Maritime Security
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Defending Sovereign Rights in the West Philippine Sea
Explore the strategic and economic importance of the South China Sea, the Philippines’ sovereign rights, and the legal challenges to China’s nine-dashed line claim under UNCLOS.
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Implications of Chinese Activities in the South China Sea and Benham Rise
Explore the geopolitical, economic, and legal implications of China’s activities in the South China Sea and Benham Rise. This comprehensive analysis delves into historical expansion, the nine-dash line claim, military buildup, and key UNCLOS rulings, highlighting the significance of these regions for global trade, natural resources, and international law.
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Trident Defense Forum: Final Arbitral Award Philippines v China
The 2016 PCA ruling on the South China Sea dispute invalidated China’s Nine-Dashed Line claim under UNCLOS. It affirms the Philippines’ sovereign rights, clarifying the legal status of the Spratly Islands and Scarborough Shoal, and ensuring Filipino access to resources in its maritime zones.
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The South China Sea Dispute
Explore insights on the South China Sea dispute, examining its economic, strategic, and legal significance. Learn about China’s territorial claims, the Philippines’ rights, and the 2016 arbitral ruling that shaped international law in the region.
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Geopolitical Quandaries in the South China Sea: Options for the Philippines, China and the US
Dr. 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.
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Global Theft of the Global Commons
Speech delivered on the 75th anniversary of the College of Law of the University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, 30 August 2014. Discover the alarming reality of maritime disputes and resource exploitation in the South China Sea. Explore how territorial claims affect global commons and the urgent need for international cooperation.