16 Sultans in Mindanao hailing from the Iranun ethnic group are claiming ownership of the disputed Spratly Islands and Scarborough Shoal.
How does this strengthen the country's jurisdiction over the West Philippine Sea?
Joining us now is Sultan Tomas Cabili and historian Nasser Sharief.
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