I stand with the statements of our patriotic Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro. I admire his patriotism and resolute stance in firmly countering China’s illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive actions in the West Philippine Sea.
His consistent defense of our sovereignty, sovereign rights, and maritime jurisdiction in the West Philippine Sea—rooted in international law, UNCLOS, the 2016 Arbitral Award, and our national interest—serves as a strong example of true leadership as
Secretary in protecting what is rightfully ours.
