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PBBM pursuing peaceful resolution of maritime dispute with China amid rising tensions
MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his commitment to a “peaceful” resolution of maritime disputes in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) despite recent aggressive actions by China in Escoda Shoal. The National Maritime Council (NMC) said in its recent statement, “As directed by the President, the Philippines will fully utilize and continue to…