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Gov’t mulls diplomatic protest against China
The government is mulling to take diplomatic action against China for alleged breach of international obligation following the reported presence of two warplanes on an artificial island in South China Sea. “The Secretary ...
- April 20, 2018
From sea of conflict to sea of cooperation, friendship
In a bid to turn the South China Sea into a “sea of cooperation and friendship,” Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed a joint exploration of the waterway between the China and the Philippines “at an appropriate time.” ...
- April 12, 2018
PH to purchase research vessels to explore territorial waters
The government is planning to acquire new maritime research vessels to be used in exploring territorial waters in the Philippine Rise. President Duterte gave the green light during a Cabinet meeting last Monday for the ...
- March 7, 2018
Benham Rise renamed Philippine Rise
EO 25 stated that the undersea region, previously known as Benham Rise, is located within the Philippine exclusive economic zone and continental shelf. The area is also subject to the sovereign rights and jurisdiction of ...
- May 23, 2017
Duterte says nothing will happen even if he sails to West PH Sea
President Duterte is willing to sail to the West Philippine Sea (WPS) amid renewed tension with China, but admitted that such voyage will be futile. Breaking his silence on the latest territorial spat with China, the ...
- April 21, 2021
PH-China hold first round of talks over disputed South China Sea Friday
It will be a long journey to resolve the South China Sea dispute but the Philippines is ready to jumpstart a dialogue with China tomorrow to further ease the tension and prevent another standoff. Philippine Ambassador to ...
- May 18, 2017
China won't occupy Pag-asa Island: Beijing also reassures that traditional fishing rights of Filipino fishers will be safeguarded
China has committed not to occupy Pag-asa Island and continue to safeguard the traditional fishing ground in the disputed South China Sea, a Filipino diplomat here said Wednesday. Philippine Ambassador to China Jose Santiago ...
- April 25, 2019
PH exclusive economic zone open to Chinses fishermen - Duterte
The Philippine government is inclined to “tolerate” the fishing of Chinese vessels in the country’s territorial waters and does not consider such gesture as treason. President Duterte has invoked the country’s friendly ...
- June 26, 2019
Oil spill culprit wil pay - palace
An apology may not be enough for the group responsible for the massive oil spill that has affected coastal communities in Cavite province. The government is determined to hold accountable whoever is responsible for the oil ...
- August 14, 2013
Duterte vows to return Boracay to natives
After the six-month rehabilitation of Boracay Island, President Duterte has pledged to give back the world famous beach destination to the natives and not to the wealthy businessmen reportedly close to his administration. ...
- May 14, 2018