The Duterte administration is not guilty of inaction in addressing the country's West Philippine Sea, Malacañang insisted on Monday. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque assured the public that the government continues to defend and protect the country's interests in the West Philippine Sea, citing the filing of protests against China's actions in the contested territory. Roque issued the remarks after a latest survey indicated that majority of Filipinos believed that it was not right for the government do nothing about China's intrusion in the contested territory.

Kabiling, G. (2018, July 17). Gov't denies 'inaction' on China sea dispute. Manila Bulletin, p. 4.