Year after arbitration: Options and directions
Excerpt
Today marks the first anniversary of the arbitral tribunal’s award on the case that the Philippines filed against China. This anniversary presents an opportunity for us to look closely at our country’s direction. Together, we can discuss where we have come as a nation and where we are headed.We cannot emphasize enough that renewed leadership can further strengthen this administration’s position with the people. In taking the right strategy, our government can only enhance its standing among our peers and ensure its legacy for the generations that will succeed us.
Citation
Del Rosario, A. (2017, July 12). Year after arbitration: Options and directions. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A13.
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Law of the sea; United Nations Convention on Law of the Sea; Disputes; International waters; Military ports; International organizations; International cooperation; International law; Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN); Xi, Jinping; Philippines; China; West Philippine Sea; Panganiban Reef; Mischief Reef
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