Magallona vs. Ermita

G.R. No. 187167
The Philippines amended its maritime baselines law (RA 9522) to comply with UNCLOS III, prompting a constitutional challenge alleging territorial diminution and sovereignty concerns. The Supreme Court upheld the law, ruling it preserved maritime rights without undermining sovereignty or security.
constitutionality archipelagic baselines territorial loss
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