Section 13Sec./Art. 13

Due Regard and Mutual Respect. - The Philippines shall give due regard to the rights and duties of foreign states, and foreign states shall act with due regard to the rights and duties of the Philippines, relative to the maritime zones as provided under this Act, the UNCLOS, and international law.

The Philippine shall recognize the rights and privileges of foreign vessels and aircraft in its maritime zones under conditions of reciprocity and mutual respect, and reserves the right to take necessary legal and diplomatic actions against States whose vessels and aircraft do not abide by, or act inconsistently with, the UNCLOS and international law.