Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio has issued a clarion call to Filipinos to take action and ‘wake up’ President Rodrigo Duterte on the West Philippine Sea dispute with China. In a poignant appeal, Justice Carpio emphasized the need for collective responsibility in defending the country’s sovereignty over its territorial waters. He urged Filipinos to demand that their leaders prioritize the nation’s interest in the face of China’s aggressive expansionism. With China’s continued occupation of Scarborough Shoal and other disputed areas, Justice Carpio’s call to action has resonated with many who are concerned about the country’s stance on this critical issue.