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Multiple-Choice Questionnaire:

1. What is the primary concern addressed in the position paper regarding Chinese
forces in the West Philippine Sea? a) Economic interests b) Territorial integrity c)
Environmental conservation d) Military dominance

2. Which international legal framework is highlighted as crucial in addressing


disputes in the West Philippine Sea? a) Geneva Convention b) Kyoto Protocol c)
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) d) Treaty of Versailles

3. What environmental consequences are emphasized in the position paper


regarding China's actions in the West Philippine Sea? a) Air pollution b)
Deforestation c) Destruction of coral reefs and marine ecosystems d) Soil erosion

4. Why does the position paper stress the importance of multilateral negotiations
in addressing the intrusions in the West Philippine Sea? a) To isolate China
diplomatically b) To consider the concerns of all nations involved c) To expedite the
legal process d) To assert unilateral dominance

5. What is advocated for in the position paper to strengthen diplomatic efforts in


addressing the West Philippine Sea intrusions? a) Unilateral actions b) Multilateral
negotiations c) Economic sanctions d) Military intervention

Essay Questions:

1. Discuss the environmental impact of China's activities in the West Philippine


Sea, particularly focusing on the destruction of coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
How does this environmental concern intersect with the geopolitical aspects of the
issue?

2. Evaluate the reasons for concern outlined in the position paper, emphasizing
the violation of sovereign rights and how China's activities challenge the principles
of UNCLOS. How do these challenges affect the broader international community?
3. Explore the threats to regional stability discussed in the position paper,
examining the consequences of increasing militarization and territorial
assertiveness in the West Philippine Sea. How can collaborative efforts among
nations contribute to maintaining peace and finding diplomatic solutions in the
region?

4. Examine the proposed diplomatic approaches in the position paper, including


multilateral negotiations, international mediation, and strengthening regional
alliances. How can these approaches contribute to a peaceful resolution of the
West Philippine Sea disputes, and what challenges might arise during their
implementation?

5. Assess the importance of upholding the principles of international law,


specifically UNCLOS, in addressing territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea.
How have legal frameworks influenced the positions and actions of the involved
nations, and what role does transparency play in ensuring a commitment to
abiding by legal outcomes?

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