French President Francois Hollande supports Philippine’s position in West Philippine Sea, in the face of rising tensions between Philippines and China. In a bilateral meeting between President Aquino and the French President, they agreed that international law should be prevail, especially the UN Charter for the peace and stability of the region. They also ratified the advancement of maritime security, freedom of navigation and peaceful resolution of territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea according […]
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Spain, EU concerned about Philippine Chinese tensions on West Philippine Sea
King Philip VI of Spain and European Commission President Manuel Barroso both expressed concern regarding the rising tensions between Philippines and China in the West Philippine Sea, with EC supporting Philippines’ rule-based approach to resolve the issue.
Pnoy to seek European support RE. West Phl sea issue
President Aquino seeks the support of four European countries in its territorial dispute with China in the West Philippine Sea.
Claimant countries must work to reduce tension in West Philippine Sea, says President Aquino
(Reuters) — Claimant countries in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) must have the “sense” to settle the dispute peacefully and must work together to reduce tension in the contested territory, President Benigno S. Aquino III has said.“Sana talagang magkaroon tayo ng tinatawag sa Ingles na ‘sense’ mula sa kanila na talagang nakatutok sila sa pagbababa ng lahat ng tensyon at pagreresolba ng lahat ng naayon sa tinatawag na international law at pakikipag-ugnayan ng […]
LPA enters West Philippine Sea
According to the PAGASA, Caraga region and Davao will be experiencing rains while Metro Manila and the rest of the country will experience scattered rain showers. A low pressure area has entered the West Philippine Sea and is expected to leave the country within the day.
Aquino should extend the country’s patrol reach, not his term-Alunan
A former senior government official challenged the President Aquino should extend the AFP’s patrol in the West Philippine Sea instead of focusing on term extension.
AFP Chief guarantees protection of Philippine territories
AFP Chief of Staff Pio Catapang asked the new Western Commander to ensure the protection of Philippine territories in the West Philippine Sea.
Philippines protests China’s patrols over Recto Bank
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government protested China’s latest activities involving illegal patrols over Philippine territorial waters, particularly in the gas-rich Recto Bank, also called Reed Bank, which is part of the continental margin of Palawan based on the United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). “We are protesting the conduct of sovereignty patrols by Chinese vessels on Recto Bank. The frequent passage of Chinese vessels in Recto Bank is not an innocent […]
PHL and Vietnamese foreign ministers discuss need to peacefully resolve rising South China Sea tensions
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs announced Thursday (July 3) the successful and fruitful visit of Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert F. del Rosario to Hanoi, Vietnam on July 2 where he and his Vietnamese counterpart discussed the urgent need to address peacefully the escalating challenges and tension in the South China Sea. Del Rosario expressed his appreciation to the Government of Vietnam for its warm hospitality. In his meetings with Deputy Prime Minister […]
Singapore expresses support on arbitration
Although not involved in the maritime dispute in the West Philippine Sea, Singapore has declared its support to fellow ASEAN member, Philippines efforts to solve the territorial dispute through arbitration.
Philippines will stick to diplomatic, legal options in resolving territorial row with China, says Palace
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will focus on diplomatic, legal and political tracks in pursuing its claim in the West Philippine Sea, even without China’s cooperation in the arbitration case filed by the Philippine government, the Palace said on Tuesday. “We prefer to focus on diplomatic, political, and legal options that lead the way towards the peaceful settlement of disputes,” Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr said in a press briefing in Malacanang. […]
Manila seeks faster ruling on Maritime dispute with China
The Philippines aims to seek a faster ruling on the arbitration case it filed against China concerning the territorial dispute in the West Philippine Sea.
