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Philippines tells int’l parliamentarians WPS is an issue of ‘grave concern’
Senator Jinggoy Estrada urged foreign delegates at the 31st Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF31) to address the escalating incidents in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and the broader South China Sea.
Estrada highlighted the Philippines' sovereign rights and jurisdiction in the WPS, emphasizing that recent developments threaten regional peace and stability.
He stressed the importance for parliamentary representatives to diplomatically and urgently address the issue.
The senator stated that expressing concerns reinforces the APPF's commitment to a rules-based international order, which is crucial for managing competing claims and preserving stability.
Estrada also referenced the recent meeting between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Chinese President Xi Jinping, acknowledging that maritime issues should be managed properly within the broader context of Philippines-China relations.
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