Philippines
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Follow the Rule of Law, But Aspire for the Rule of Justice
Ateneo Law School, Commencement Speech, Hague Tribunal, International Law, Justice Antonio T. Carpio, Legal Profession, Legal Reform, Philippines, Rule of Justice, Rule of Law, South China SeaJustice Antonio T. Carpio’s Ateneo Law School Commencement Speech discusses the difference between the rule of law and the rule of justice, highlighting the importance of striving for justice in law. He references key cases and global issues like the South China Sea to stress the need for justice beyond legal provisions.
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The importance of integrity: South China Sea and the Philippine Constitution
Exclusive Economic Zone, Hague Tribunal, Integrity, Justice Antonio T. Carpio, Maritime Law, national sovereignty, Philippine Constitution, Philippines, South China Sea, Territorial Integrity, The Declaration of the Lausanne Institute of International Law of 1888Justice Antonio T. Carpio discusses the importance of personal integrity and its relation to territorial integrity in the context of the South China Sea. He underscores the Philippines’ constitutional duty to protect its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and highlights the impact of the Hague arbitral ruling. Carpio connects personal integrity with national responsibility in defending the nation’s sovereignty for future…
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Implications of Chinese Activities in the South China Sea and Benham Rise
ASEAN, Benham Rise, Chinese Activities, Environmental Impact, Exclusive Economic Zone, International Relations, Maritime Boundaries, Maritime Security, Philippine Sovereignty, Philippines, South China Sea, Strategic Waters, Territorial Disputes, UNCLOSExplore 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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Arbitral Award: Philippines v. China
Arbitral Award, China, International Court of Arbitration, International Law, International Relations, Maritime Disputes, Maritime Rights, Philippines, Philippines v. China, South China Sea, South China Sea Ruling, Territorial Sovereignty, UNCLOS, West Philippine SeaJustice Antonio Carpio’s series of lectures highlights the Philippines’ victory in the 2016 arbitral ruling against China’s claims in the South China Sea. The lectures discuss the legal significance, implications for Philippine sovereignty, and the international community’s support.
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Indonesia says it feels peace efforts on South China Sea ‘sabotaged’
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USAIndonesia “feels sabotaged” in its efforts to maintain peace in the disputed South China Sea and may bring its latest maritime altercation with China to an international court, a minister said on Monday. Indonesia is not embroiled in rival claims with China over the South China Sea and has instead seen itself as an “honest […]
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Indonesia to summon Chinese envoy after boat confrontation
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Indonesia, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USAJAKARTA: Indonesia will summon the Chinese envoy in Jakarta after a confrontation between vessels from the two countries in the South China Sea, a minister said Sunday. The incident happened Saturday when surveillance vessels chased and caught a Chinese fishing boat allegedly operating in waters near the Indonesian Natuna Islands without a permit, Fisheries Minister […]
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South China Sea: Indonesia, Chinese ships in ‘stand-off’ over Natuna fishing row
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USAIndonesia was attempting to detain the Chinese vessel for fishing illegally in waters near the contested South China Sea when a Chinese Coast Guard vessel intervened, Fisheries Minister Susi Pudjiastuti said in Jakarta on Sunday. Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/world/south-china-sea-indonesia-chinese-ships-in-stand-off-over-natuna-fishing-row-20160321-gnn0so.html#ixzz43tPnsrgC
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Japan ruling party considers international arbitration over China dispute
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USATOKYO (Reuters) – Japan’s ruling party urged Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s government on Wednesday to consider seeking international arbitration over Beijing’s drilling activities in the disputed East China Sea, mirroring similar action by the Philippines. Sino-Japanese ties have long been plagued by conflicting claims over a group of uninhabited East China Sea islets. Last year, […]
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U.S. IDENTIFIES CHINESE ACTIVITY AROUND SOUTH CHINA SEA
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USAThe United States has seen Chinese activity around a reef China seized from the Philippines nearly four years ago that could be a precursor to more land reclamation in the disputed South China Sea, the U.S. Navy chief said on Thursday. The head of U.S. naval operations, Admiral John Richardson, expressed concern that an international […]
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Rule of law crucial for future prosperity of Hong Kong
ADIZ, Air Defense Identification Zone, Artificial Islands, China, Militarization, Military Conflict, Philippines, Reclamation, Regular Patrols, South China Sea Dispute, Spratlys, USAAll of us here know how important the rule of law is. It is the cornerstone of an open and fair society; it promotes prosperity and stability; it provides the transparency and legal clarity needed to promote trade and investment; and it ends impunity and improves access to justice for all citizens. Rule of law […]