South China Sea Code of Conduct Talks Reach 70% Completion, Philippines Aims for Year-End Finalization
The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs announced that negotiations for a Code of Conduct (CoC) in the South China Sea have reached 70% completion. As ASEAN chair, the Philippines aims to finalize the CoC by year-end, focusing on the remaining 30% while prioritizing the inclusion of its stance and respect for third-party rights.
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