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Philippines releases new map to assert South China Sea claims

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The Philippines has released a new map of the Thitu area in the South China Sea, including detailed coordinates and charts. This move aims to reduce legal ambiguity and formally document the country's presence and sovereignty claims over islands like Thitu (Pagasa), Lawak, and others within the Kalayaan Island Group. Experts suggest the map will help Manila precisely identify and challenge competing claims in the disputed region. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeoffrey Maitem ·

    What does Philippines seek with new Thitu map in South China Sea?

    Thitu Island and its residents have come under the spotlight after the Philippines, in a bid to reinforce its claims in the South China Sea, announced plans to file an updated maritime chart with the United Nations. Observers say the filing would not establish Philippine sovereig…

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