Rep urges quick pass of bill for archipelagic sea lanes

Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan urged lawmakers to quickly pass House Bill No. 9034 to establish archipelagic sea lanes in Philippine waters.

Yamsuan emphasized the bill's importance for asserting sovereignty over disputed areas and ensuring safe passage of vessels, particularly amid China’s increasing incursions into the West Philippine Sea.

He cited support from the Office of the Solicitor General and the National Security Council, noting that failing to designate these sea lanes amounts to waiving this right under UNCLOS.