South China Sea: Waters of Contention
VERA Files covers the South China Sea, including the Spratly islands, and the issues hounding the rich waters.
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Henry Bensurto: The ‘silent hero’ who fought for PH
By Sabrina Joyce Go
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Jul 17, 2024
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Henry Bensurto, Jr. is the man who worked tirelessly for the Philippines' victory over China in the West Philippine Sea dispute.

FACT CHECK: Ang papel ng Murillo Velarde map sa 2016 arbitral award KAILANGAN NG KONTEKSTO
By VERA Files
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Jan 16, 2025
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Ang pahayag ni Mel Velarde sa papel ng 1734 Murillo Velarde map sa pagpapatibay ng soberanya ng Pilipinas sa West Philippine Sea ay nangangailangan ng konteksto.

Dengcoy Miel tackles West Philippine Sea in Sacred Shores exhibit
By R.C. Ladrido
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Jul 20, 2024
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In Sacred Shores, Dengcoy Miel reflects on the idea of ownership, sovereignty, and territory amidst Filipinos’ seeming apathy to the issue.

Malacanang lifts moratorium on Recto Bank oil and gas exploration
By Rhoanne De Guzman and Theresa Martelino-Reyes
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Jul 18, 2024
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Recto Bank is within the country’s 200-nautical mile exclusive economic zone, but is also claimed by China.
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