Duterte calls for peaceful, sustainable use of oceans, seas, marine resources 0 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Genalyn KabilingBEIJING – Addressing fellow world leaders attending the Belt and Road Forum here, President Duterte has called for the protection and sustainable use of oceans, seas, and marine resources. The President sought greater international cooperation on marine protection as he recognized these waterways are vital channels for trade and transportation. “As channels of transportation and communication and a vital source of sustenance and livelihood, our oceans and seas connect and sustain us. It is thus our collective duty to promote their sustainable and peaceful use in accordance with international law,” he added.

Source: Manila Bulletin April 27, 2019 12:00 UTC