PH has sovereign right to construct in Ayungin Shoal — DFA
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-07-23 21:17 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Philippines, World News, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday said the Philippines alone "holds the sovereign right" to authorize any structure in Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, and Philippine vessels do not require permission to sail there.
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