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MANILA, Philippines — In his third State of the Nation Address on Monday, July 22, that focused on his administration’s anti-poverty plans and projects, it was President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s brief mention of the West Philippine Sea that drew one of the longest rounds of applause and at least two standing ovations.Ang West Philippine Sea ay hindi isang kathang-isip natin lamang. Ito ay atin.
Marcos said two proposed laws, on maritime zones and archipelagic sea lanes, “will make sure that this intergenerational mandate — this duty — will firmly take root in the hearts and minds of our people.” The Maritime Zones Act would define the country’s maritime areas, while an Archipelagic Sea Lanes law would designate the sea areas and air space where foreign vessels and aircraft may pass, in order to facilitate trade and innocent passage.Marcos’ words came as the Philippines tries to bring down tensions — both at sea and in diplomatic spaces — over disputes with China in the West Philippine Sea.
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