The Philippine government's 'transparency initiative' now takes on a new meaning following China’s claims of an agreement on Ayungin Shoal
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Beijing’s maritime fleet may be mightier, but ours is a fight rooted on international law and the rules-based order, Philippine officials will be quick to remind you. The West Philippine Sea, parts of the South China Sea where the Philippines should be enjoying sovereign rights and where the Philippines has sovereignty claims, is ours.If China turned even more aggressive in those waters, it’s because the Asian giant has no choice but to up its Goliath-ness, Tarriela would argue.
On May 8, speaking to reporters, Teodoro said he doubted the “authenticity” of the recording, even as he called on the, find out who’s behind it, and kick that person out – assuming the recording was authentic. What does Beijing stand to gain in seemingly allowing bilateral relations to implode through a phone recording’s release or the threat of its release? could confirm if it was indeed Carlos on the other line.
In Manila every dangerous resupply or humanitarian mission to Ayungin or Panatag Shoal makes headlines. Videos and images spark indignation. China’s harassment has even made it to pop culture, with popular Filipino entertainer Vice Ganda referencing West Philippine Sea issues in a video set to the nationalistic song, “Piliin Mo Ang Pilipinas.”
The DFA, on May 13, said it will “look into any reports of illegal and unlawful activities by diplomatic officials, and undertake necessary action in line with existing laws and regulations.”
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