Philippines’ New Maritime Laws Spark Tension with China
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs new maritime laws, prompting China’s condemnation over sovereignty issues in the South China Sea.
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs new maritime laws, prompting China’s condemnation over sovereignty issues in the South China Sea.
The Philippines’ recent enactment of maritime laws has sparked concerns over potential violations of international law and regional navigation rights.
The Philippines has enacted new maritime laws asserting claims in the South China Sea, drawing criticism from China and raising regional tensions.
China proposes a revision to its maritime law to enhance passenger rights by increasing carriers’ liability limits and unifying compensation standards.
China’s sovereignty and historic rights in the South China Sea are rooted in a long history of administration and use, consistent with international law and recognized by other nations.
China’s Foreign Ministry asserts that the South China Sea arbitration misinterpreted UNCLOS, calling for respect of customary international maritime law over the arbitration ruling.