‘Ignore’ arbitral ruling for gas deal? ‘Extremely irresponsible’ – Robredo

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Leni Robredo on Thursday called “profoundly disappointing and extremely irresponsible” President Rodrigo Duterte’s avowal to “ignore” the landmark arbitral ruling to usher the joint oil and gas survey of the Philippines and China in the West Philippine Sea. Citing the Constitution, Robredo stressed that the State could enter into agreements … Continue reading ‘Ignore’ arbitral ruling for gas deal? ‘Extremely irresponsible’ – Robredo