Osmeña calls out Archival for no-show in arbitral award anniversary
Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña publicly criticized Mayor Nestor Archival for missing a commemorative event regarding the 2016 Arbitral Award on the West Philippine Sea. Archival defended his absence, citing official business meetings in Manila as his priority.
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The dispute reflects local political tensions in the Philippines regarding the sensitive issue of maritime sovereignty and diplomatic relations with China.
Manila Bulletin - Osmeña calls out Archival for no-show in arbitral award anniversary
Osmeña calls out Archival for no-show in arbitral award anniversary
DEFENSE Secretary Gilberto Teodoro is welcomed by Cebu City officials during the commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Arbitral Award on Monday, July 13. (Cebu City PIO)
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