Geopolitics

• Carpio Warns Energy Dependence Weakens Philippine Position in West Philippine Sea

  10 May 2026

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  Justice Antonio Carpio warns that Philippine hesitation to develop Reed Bank gas reserves has weakened the country’s energy security and strategic position in the West Philippine Sea.

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• Carpio Points to Salceda in Budget Controversy, Lawmaker Pushes Back

  06 December 2025

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  Former Justice Antonio Carpio and Rep. Joey Salceda clash over an allegedly unconstitutional 2024 budget provision on GOCC funds, with Salceda denying authorship and citing legislative process.

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• Justice Carpio’s Call to Action: Philippines Must Assert Maritime Rights

  27 January 2025

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  Justice Carpio urges PH to file extended continental shelf claim, seek fishing rules in Scarborough

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• Carpio: China’s Fear of Repeating History in the West Philippine Sea

  24 June 2024

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  Justice Carpio on China’s fear of arbitral awards: A historical perspective

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• Carpio Slams Duterte’s ‘Gentleman’s Deal’ with China, Exposes Flaws in EEZ Policy

  03 April 2024

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  Justice Carpio Exposes Flaws in Duterte’s China Deal: A Blow to Philippine Sovereignty

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• Justice Carpio Debunks China’s Promise on BRP Sierra Madre Removal

  15 August 2023

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  Justice Carpio: China’s promise to remove BRP Sierra Madre facilities is unlikely

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• Marcos’ China Conundrum: A Challenge for the Philippines, a Legacy for Carpio

  11 July 2023

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  Carpio to Marcos: Walk the talk on China

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• Justice Carpio Unveils China’s Strategic Maneuvers in West Philippine Sea

  11 July 2023

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  Justice Carpio on China’s strategic maneuvers in West Philippine Sea: A calculated move to preempt potential challenges

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• Carpio’s Expert Insight: Navigating PH’s Energy Future with Reed Bank Oil Exploration

  11 July 2023

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  Carpio: Reed Bank oil exploration vital for PH’s energy future amidst dwindling supply

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• Justice Carpio Reflects on Last Conversation with Del Rosario, Emphasizing West Philippine Sea

  26 April 2023

  Antonio Carpio, Geopolitics, International Law, Philippine sovereignty, The South China Sea / West Philippine Sea Dispute

  Justice Carpio reflects on last conversation with Del Rosario, emphasizing West Philippine Sea interests

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• Justice Antonio Carpio Weighs in on PH-China Diplomatic Efforts

  24 April 2023

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  Justice Carpio Calls for Collective Action Against Chinese Aggression

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• Justice Carpio Weighs in on Global Hotspots with Dean Mel

  13 March 2022

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  Justice Antonio Carpio shares expert insights on social issues and geopolitics with Dean Mel Sta. Maria

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• Carpio Offers Duterte Alternative Solutions for West PH Sea Disputes

  15 July 2019

  Antonio Carpio, China-Philippines relations, Geopolitics, International Law, maritime sovereignty, President Rodrigo Duterte, Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity, The South China Sea / West Philippine Sea Dispute

  Justice Carpio offers Duterte alternative solutions for West PH Sea disputes

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• Final Arbitral Award July 12, 2016: The South China Sea West Philippine Sea Dispute

  15 June 2017

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  Justice Antonio T. Carpio’s lecture at the Philippine Press Institute provides a comprehensive analysis of the South China Sea dispute, covering historical context, legal framework under UNCLOS, the 2016 arbitral award, geopolitical and economic implications, environmental concerns, and diplomatic efforts for protecting Philippine sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea. Lecture delivered in thirty (30)…

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