2nd hearing of PH vs China case in The Hague on July 13

The Philippine delegation to The Hague is ready to answer clarificatory questions from the arbitral tribunal handling its maritime dispute with China. Presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda said the tribunal is likely to ask the clarificatory questions during the second round of oral arguments on May 13. The hearings will address the issue of the Arbitral Tribunal's jurisdiction over the case. Presenting the Philippine position is Florin Hilbay Solicitor General, as agent of the Philippines, together with counsel from the Washington DC-based law firm Foley Hoag and, headed by Paul Reichler. -End-

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