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MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | Territory

MinDA chief denies Philippine dropping Sabah claim The chairman of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) has denied discussing with the chief minister of Sabah that the Philippines should drop its Sabah claim and a “treasonous” proposal to open a consulate general in Kota Kinabalu. Re-imagining the Nations’ future The claim to Sabah is based on a document of cession executed by the Sultan of Sulu in 1962. The Sultanate transferred to the Philippine government its rights over the territory of Sabah, which was previously and perpetually leased to the British in 1878, but included among the federated states of Malaysia…

MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | Intellectual Property

Number of intellectual property filings increase by 13% in Q1 2019 Applications for intellectual property increased by 13 percent in the first three months of the year, reflecting steadily the growing innovation culture in the country, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) said

MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | Trade and Investment

Multilateralism: Chile’s contribution Chile will be hosting two major summits by the end of this year: APEC 2019 and COP 25 on Climate Change, which highlights the importance my country attaches to multilateralism as a driver in enhancing commitments to build a more equitable and sustainable planet. ‘Back on track’: Philippines, Chile revive talks on free trade pact Chile and the Philippines may finally sign a free trade agreement next year, a move expected to boost economic relations between the 2 countries, Chilean ambassador said Thursday. Philippines joins support for APEC 2019 priorities The Philippines joined 20 other economies of…

MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | Foreign Policy / Bilateral Relations

New Australian envoy pushes for stronger economic, trade ties with PH Australia and the Philippines have a “very sound” relationship but “more can be done” to boost trade and economic ties, the newly-appointed Australian envoy said Wednesday. Philippines warns of cutting ties with Canada over uncollected garbage Malacañang has cautioned Canada to take back their garbage pronto or the Philippines would “sever relations with them.” Locsin stamps authority on foreign policy matters; Panea lo says he doesn’t feel alluded to Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. stamped his authority on foreign policy issues amid the escalating row between the Philippines…

MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | National Defense

Lorenzana: 2 new frigates add to navy’s capability Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said the acquisition of two frigates for the Philippine Navy will further boost the country’s ability to defend its territory.

MAY 2019 | International Law Alerts | E-Commerce

Philippines $10 billion e-commerce stokes digital payment push The Philippines’ e-commerce gross merchandise value (GMV) could surge to $10 billion a year, padding the profits of Alibaba-backed Lazada and Shopee, both of which dominate the nation’s B2C marketplace. Rapid proliferation of online purchases is likely to support a regulatory push to convert 20% of the country’s retail transactions to digital.

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