The Philippines will remain committed to diplomacy in resolving illegal claims over the West Philippine Sea, which is part of the also highly-contested South China Sea, despite past and recent actions that are inconsistent with international law. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo made the pronouncement as he asserted that "no conflict will ever be resolved when even the most basic norms are being violated with impunity."

Pedrajas, J. (2023, February 22). PH committed to diplomacy in resolving SCS dispute. Manila Bulletin, pp. 1, 4.