Marcos signs new laws asserting PH's sovereign rights in WPS

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday signed two landmark laws that aim to define the Philippines’ maritime zones as well as the archipelagic sea laws.

The Philippine Maritime Zones Act and the Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act are seen to give more teeth to the country’s legal rights over the resource-rich West Philippine Sea.

''The passage of these two priority bills fully demonstrates our commitment as a responsible member of the international community and our advocacy to uphold rules-based international order,'' Marcos said in his speech.

''In the same breath, these signal our resolve to protect our maritime resources, preserve our rich biodiversity, and ensure that our waters remain a source of life and livelihood for all Filipinos,'' he added.

Meanwhile, Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said that the newly signed laws will strengthen the country’s sovereignty and sovereign rights over the territorial waters and the airspace over it.

Source: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/926387/marcos-west-philippine-sea-archipelagic-sea-laws/story/