Maritime

China Asserts Rights Over South China Sea, Rejects Philippines’ New Maritime Legislation

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Beijing, China — China has openly criticized the new maritime law implemented by the Philippines, reinforcing its intention to safeguard its claims of sovereignty in the hotly contested South China Sea. The Chinese government has declared the new legislative changes unacceptable, asserting that they infringe on China’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. The new law signed by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. aims to streamline and strengthen regulations governing the country’s vast maritime zones. It consolidates and updates the nation’s maritime interests under one framework, emphasizing the Philippines’ resolve to protect its rights over its … Read more

Philippines Enacts New Maritime Laws to Strengthen Claims in South China Sea Amid Tensions with China

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MANILA, Philippines — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. enacted two significant legislations on Friday, aimed at strengthening the nation’s claims over the contended territories in the South China Sea. These legislations, the Philippine Maritime Zones Act and the Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act, seek to align the country’s maritime laws with international standards and bolster territorial sovereignty and jurisdiction, including areas challenged by China. President Marcos pinpointed the importance of these new laws, highlighting how they underscore the Philippine’s identity as an archipelagic and maritime nation. He articulated that these laws would bolster governance capabilities, … Read more

Tulane Hosts 30th Biennial Admiralty Law Institute, Focusing on Evolving Issues in Maritime Industry

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Tulane University is hosting the 30th biennial Admiralty Law Institute (ALI) from March 20-22. This prestigious conference brings together prominent practitioners and scholars in admiralty and maritime law to discuss the industry’s most pressing issues. ALI, established in 1965, is the oldest conference of its kind in the United States and serves as a leading forum for Continuing Legal Education in maritime law. The event attracts over 300 professionals from across the country and from various nations. Under the theme “Sea Change: U.S. and International Admiralty on the Horizon,” this year’s … Read more