Ayungin Shoal Deal Slammed as 'Dumber Than Dumb' by Former SC Justice
Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio has strongly criticized the alleged 'Provisional Understanding' between the Philippines and China regarding Ayungin Shoal, calling it 'dumber than dumb.' He warned of potential legal action to have it invalidated, citing concerns that it weakens Philippine sovereignty over the area, which was affirmed by the 2016 Arbitral Award.
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