PCG monitors Chinese research vessels in EEZ
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is monitoring multiple Chinese research vessels that entered the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) without authorization.
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United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
Also known as UNCLOS
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is a comprehensive treaty that establishes legal frameworks for maritime rights and responsibilities. It plays a crucial role in resolving disputes over territorial claims, particularly in the South China Sea where it underpins the Philippines' stance against Chinese encroachment. UNCLOS remains central to Philippine foreign policy, supporting its independent approach and adherence to international law.
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Last updated at August 2, 2025.
Recent stories about UNCLOS
Marcos reiterates 'friend to all, enemy to none' foreign policy
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines' 'friend to all, enemy to none' foreign policy during his fourth State of the Nation Address on Monday.
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US President welcomes Philippines' independent foreign policy
US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he does not mind if the Philippines maintains a strong relationship with China.
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Teodoro dismisses Chinese questions on West Philippine Sea as propaganda
During a defense forum in Singapore, Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. dismissed questions from Chinese military officials about the West Philippine Sea as 'propaganda', emphasizing that China suffers from a 'deficit of trust' in dialogues over the South China Sea dispute.
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DFA rejects China’s claim on Pag-asa Island
On Thursday, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) rejected recent statements from the Chinese Embassy in Manila claiming ownership over Pag-asa Island and its surrounding cays.
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Marcos stresses freedom of navigation, trade in SCS, AS
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of freedom of navigation and uninterrupted trade in the South China Sea and Arabian Sea during his speech at the 2nd ASEAN-GCC Summit on Tuesday, May 27.
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Chinese vessels shadow Atin Ito ship near Pagasa Island
Atin Ito Coalition reported on Tuesday morning that two Chinese Coast Guard vessels were shadowing their ship en route to Pagasa Island for a civilian mission.
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Romualdez urges ASEAN lawmakers to uphold rules-based order, support visionary legislation
Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez addressed ASEAN lawmakers on Monday, emphasizing the need to uphold a rules-based international order and empower citizens through visionary legislation.
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AFP rejects China’s claims on Ayungin Shoal resupply mission
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday dismissed China Coast Guard claims regarding a recent rotation and resupply mission near BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal.
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Romualdez stresses Philippines' sovereignty, condemns China's actions at PI-SF
Speaker Martin Romualdez emphasized the Philippines' commitment to defending its sovereign rights in its waters and EEZ during a speech at the 29th Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum (PI-SF) in Spain.
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