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- Defending Philippine maritime territory and marine resources: Initiatives and problemsCarranza, Ruben R., Jr. (Philippine Council for Aquatic and Marine Research and Development, 2002)The significance of the Philippines' maritime territory and the complexities of its defense are examined. The speaker highlights the integral role of the country's waters in trade, food security, and resource provision. Challenges, including naval limitations and maritime intrusions, are presented, followed by a discussion of defense strategies like selective sea control. The speech concludes with a call for decisive policy actions, diplomatic solutions to territorial conflicts, and improved capabilities to safeguard the nation's maritime interests.