Vowing not to surrender even a square inch of territory, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asserted the country’s sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea, saying there is no “territorial conflict” with China. READ:
Vowing not to surrender even a square inch of territory, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asserted the country’s sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea, saying there is no “territorial conflict” with China.
Mr. Marcos told members of Asia Society that incursions in the West Philippine Sea has become “an issue right at the gut of our people.” And while Mr. Marcos promised to continue working with all claimant-countries to solve the issues “through diplomacy and dialogue,” he said the Philippines will stand firm on its position in the West Philippine Sea.
“We know that we can count on the United States to uphold the international law-based order, freedom of navigation and overflight, and the sustainable use and development of maritime resources. But equally important, we look to the United States to promote peace, security, and prosperity,” the President said.