UNCLOS
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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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Arbitral Award: Philippines v. China
Learn about the 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Award, its implications for territorial disputes, and the author’s advocacy for the Philippines’ sovereign rights under UNCLOS.
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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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Julio S. Amador: Foreign policy likely to dominate Philippine presidential race
Foreign policy, while not usually an electoral issue in the Philippines, now looms large in the country’s politics. All five aspiring candidates for the May 9 presidential election have stressed their determination to improve the country’s international relations. There are some immediate challenges: A forthcoming ruling on the Philippines’ territorial dispute with China in the […]
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South China Sea Dispute Looms Over Philippine Elections
Candidates struggle to balance tough stance on sovereignty with desire to mend ties with China MANILA—China’s growing assertiveness in the South China Sea is putting Philippine presidential candidates in a tricky situation, as they struggle to balance tough talk on national sovereignty with a desire to improve ties and boost trade with their country’s powerful […]
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The South China Sea / West Philippine Dispute
The lecture on the South China Sea and West Philippine Sea dispute explores the legal, geopolitical, and economic implications of China’s claims and the Philippines’ territorial rights. It emphasizes the role of international law in asserting sovereignty.
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Who wins
Sunday’s first presidential debate held in Cagayan de Oro City trended online in the country and the world, and for good reason. It was that rare event—the last televised debate was 24 years ago—when all candidates gathered on stage, abiding by the same rules and limiting their supposedly elaborate platforms to just a few minutes […]
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China: Rejection of the Philippines’ arbitration ‘in line with law’
Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China’s rejection of arbitration filed by the Philippines over terroritorial claims, is in line with the law. His remarks came after talks with his Australian counterpart Julie Bishop in Beijing on Wednesday, as Australia called for a resolution to the South China Sea disputes through peaceful means, including arbitration. “China […]