Philippines’ bid for UN Security Council seat sidesteps maritime row
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appealed to the UN General Assembly in New York this week for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council. In his address, Marcos presented the Philippines as a representative voice for developing countries, climate-vulnerable nations, and middle-income economies. Notably, he avoided directly mentioning the South China Sea dispute or China, despite ongoing tensions between Manila and Beijing in the contested waters. Analysts suggest this omission reflects a deliberate diplomatic strategy to broaden the Philippines' appeal, particularly within the Global South. Marcos emphasized the Philippines' commitment to diplomacy and coalition-building, highlighting its adherence to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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