Philippines approves two new laws reaffirming sovereignty in disputed waters with China | Multimedia

Date: 08/11/2024 03:59 (UTC)
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Manila, Nov 8 (EFE).- The Philippines approved two new laws on Friday aimed at reaffirming its sovereignty in the South China Sea, where it maintains disputes with China.

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Date: 08/11/2024 01:21 (UTC)
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers a speech after signing two new maritime laws during ceremonies at the Malacanang Presidential Palace in Manila, Philippines, 08 November 2024. EFE-EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

Date: 08/11/2024 01:21 (UTC)
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (C), signs into law two new maritime bills as Senate President Francis Escudero (L) and House of Representatives Speaker Martin Romualdez (R) look on during ceremonies at the Malacanang Presidential Palace in Manila, Philippines, 08 November 2024. EFE-EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

Date: 08/11/2024 01:21 (UTC)
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (C), holds one of two newly-signed maritime laws as (L-R) National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano, Senate President Francis Escudero, House of Representatives Speaker Martin Romualdez and Philippine Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gavan applaud on during ceremonies at the Malacanang Presidential Palace in Manila, Philippines, 08 November 2024. EFE-EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

Date: 08/11/2024 05:09 (UTC)
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Manila, Nov 8 (EFE/EPA).- The Philippines passed two new maritime laws on Friday aimed at asserting its sovereignty in the South China Sea, challenging Beijing's expansionist aspirations in the region.

The Maritime Zones Act and the Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act will help establish maritime jurisdiction and protect Filipino fishermen, while conforming to international maritime conventions. (Camera: ROLEX DELA PENA).

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Philippines approves two new laws reaffirming sovereignty in disputed waters with China

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Date: 08/11/2024 05:41 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EFE
Topic: Politics » Diplomacy
Politics » Defence
Unrest and conflicts » Conflict (general)
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