Marcos cites 2016 arbitral award, vows peaceful defense of PH rights
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Source: Inquirer
Published: 2026-08-31 12:15 UTC+10:00
Section: West Philippine Sea
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Military & Defence, Philippines, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., on National Heroes’ Day, reasserted the Philippines’ maritime rights under the 2016 Arbitral Award and vowed to defend these in a peaceful and lawful manner.
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