IBP urges dialogue instead of debate on West Philippine Sea
Published May 7, 2021 6:29pm
The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) on Friday urged stakeholders to come up with a unified approach to protect the country’s interests in the West Philippine Sea.
In an interview on Balitanghali, IBP President Domingo Cayosa said government officials and other interested parties should “quietly talk behind the scenes” instead of highlighting their differences in a public debate.
“We believe it’s better to hold a dialogue rather than a public debate, which is just a clash of personalities,” he said.
“Instead of debating and promoting division, they should talk, exchange information and perspectives as well as help each other to come up with a unified approach.”