President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed gratitude to Canada for its unwavering support of a rules-based international order in the South China Sea. This acknowledgment occurred during a joint press conference with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Marcos specifically thanked Canada for recognizing the 2016 arbitral tribunal award concerning the SCS as final and legally binding, a critical point in the ongoing dispute. Canada’s consistent position reinforces international law and challenges actions that undermine regional stability. The Philippines views this support as vital in navigating the complex geopolitical situation in the South China Sea. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to peaceful resolution and adherence to international legal frameworks. Both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region.