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Jan 10, 2023 constitutional law natural resources jmsu south china sea exploration regalian doctrine

Unconstitutional Bargain: State Control Over Natural Resources in Philippine Seas

The Supreme Court struck down the JMSU as unconstitutional, reaffirming that exploration of the country's natural resources must remain under full State control.

Sep 4, 2019 eminent domain expropriation property law public dominion ngcp just compensation

Eminent Domain and Private Property: Clarifying Expropriation Powers in the Philippines

The Supreme Court clarifies when state-owned land is private property subject to expropriation, and the limits of delegated eminent domain.

Jan 31, 2005 letters of credit construction contracts tripartite agreement bank liability damages philippine law

Letters of Credit and Construction Contracts: Defining Liability in Tripartite Agreements

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when a bank is liable under a tripartite letter of credit agreement in construction financing.