Speaker Martin Romualdez reaffirmed the Philippines' commitment to safeguarding its sovereign rights in the disputed West Philippine Sea (WPS) during an event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Leyte Gulf landings. He emphasized that while the nature of conflict has changed from foreign invasion to threats like territorial integrity violations and international law undermining, the nation remains steadfast in defending its interests.
Speaker Martin Romualdez vowed that the country remains committed to protecting its sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea .
Romualdez said the war Filipinos fought 80 years ago is different from the conflict the nation faces today. Romualdez said he is proud “to stand with our government in upholding a rules-based international order, particularly in our maritime domain.” The House leader called on the people to “draw strength from the courage of those who came before us.’
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