It has been six years since our country won a resounding victory in The Hague, thereby securing our rights in the West Philippine Sea under international law. The 2016 Arbitral Award is an emblem of pride for the Filipino as it recognizes our national patrimony in our waters and affirms that the vast resources therein belong to the Filipino people. Securing the 2016 Arbitral Award had been an arduous fight for our people, and it is the solemn constitutional mandate of our leaders to uphold and enforce the Award.

Del Rosario, A. (2022, July 13). Renewed hope for the West Philippine Sea. Manila Standard, p. B1.