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Section 16Sec./Art. 16
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Prohibition Against Marine Pollution. - Foreign ships and aircraft exercising archipelagic sea lanes passage shall not:
(a) Discharge oil, oily waters, solid waste, other noxious substances, or ballast water in Philippine territory and maritime zones;
(b) Discharge sewage, garbage, and air emissions from ships in Philippine territory and maritime zones in violation of existing conventions on the prevention of pollution; or
(c) Conduct any other activities that violate Philippine laws and international regulations and standards for the prevention, reduction, and control of marine pollution.
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