ADRi Event: “The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement and its Implications on the South China Sea”

The meticulous delineation of maritime boundaries through global agreements establishes the framework within which states shoulder the responsibility of safeguarding natural resources, while simultaneously upholding territorial integrity and sovereignty. Anchored in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), adherence to the rule of law becomes paramount, fostering global peace and stability.… Read More

ADRi Event: “Fortifying Cyber Cooperation Towards Digital Security”

Cyber tactics will continue to evolve; therefore, navigating the complex and evolving cyber landscape is critical for the international community. Digital security, thus, becomes a critical component of foreign and security policies. In a data-driven society, international cooperation in cybersecurity is a driving force in securing an interconnected digital world. Read More

ADRi Special Study: “Local Environmental Governance: Baseline Assessment of Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Management Practices in a Philippine Province”

This paper presents the localization of climate change action and disaster management, which is basically anchored on inter-LGU dynamism. By drawing on the practices and conditions in the province of Iloilo, the study identifies the factors that will sustain interest and motivation among LGUs to collaborate in environmental governance. Read More