Bangladesh, March 3 -- Philippine Senate recently approved the amendment to the Marine Zones Act (S. No. 2492) in its third reading, following the unanimous passage of the bill by the Philippine House of Representatives in 2023. This significant legislative development reflects the countrys diligent efforts in enhancing maritime governance. The primary objective of this amendment is to provide greater clarity regarding maritime boundaries and establish a robust legal framework for asserting exclusive jurisdiction over the claimed maritime territories. Grounded in principles outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and bolstered by the South China Sea Arbitration Award, the Philippines aims to fortify its le...