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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) pushed back against criticism from whom it called “casual commentators” and “self-styled extras,” saying it will not allow performative rhetoric to distract from its diplomatic work in defending Philippine maritime interests. In remarks reaffirming...

The Philippines’ first-ever maritime affairs spokesman has urged the Chinese embassy in Manila to “be constructive in its statements” amid its escalating word war with Filipino officials. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Maritime Affairs spokesman Rogelio Villanueva on Wednesday, Feb. 11,...

Despite the Philippines having multiple spokespersons on maritime, the country 's stance and messaging over maritime issues will remain consistent and unified, Malacañang said. The existing spokespersons tackling maritime issues, such as the West Philippine Sea and National Maritime Council,...

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has installed its first-ever spokesperson for maritime affairs to ensure sea disputes are managed diplomatically in public amid the reported appeal of the country 's top diplomat to tone down South China Sea rhetoric being made by Filipino...

A leading maritime law expert from the University of the Philippines (UP) believes that the government’s sudden decision to deploy coast guard vessels to patrol the West Philippine Sea is somehow related to next year’s election. Dr. Jay Batongbacal, Director, University of the Philippines'...