Political & Public International Law
Political and public international law in the Philippines governs both internal state functions and the country's international relations. Political law encompasses constitutional, administrative, and electoral laws that define government structure, regulate state power, and protect citizens' rights under the 1987 Constitution. It ensures democratic processes through the separation of powers, checks and balances, and civil liberties.
Public international law, meanwhile, outlines the country’s foreign policies and interactions with other nations, guided by treaties and international conventions such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Together, these legal frameworks support the Philippines' democratic governance, uphold sovereignty, and guide peaceful international cooperation.