Aksyon Demokratiko presidential bet Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Thursday vowed to be “fearless” in defending the country’s sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). In a media interview with the WPS as background, Domagoso said he will assert the Hague Ruling and build the country’s capacity to defend its waters in securing unimpeded access for small fisherfolk to abundant fishing grounds. “We will be fearless in fighting for what is ours. We will insist the Hague Ruling. But at the same time as being fearless, we are going to be fair with our discussion and management of the situation on both sides,” said Domagoso.

Domagoso vows staunch defense of Philippine sovereignty in WPS. (2021, November 12). Business Mirror, p. A3.