Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act (Republic Act No. 12065).

This Act establishes designated sea lanes and air routes within the Philippine archipelagic waters for the regulated passage of foreign ships and aircraft, in line with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and national interest. It outlines the rights and strict obligations of foreign vessels and aircraft exercising archipelagic sea lanes passage, including limits on navigation, prohibitions on military exercises, fishing, marine pollution, unauthorized research, and loading or unloading of persons or goods. The law empowers the President to define or modify sea lanes, ensures adherence to international safety and environmental standards, and sets penalties for violations, while affirming Philippine sovereignty and reciprocity with foreign states. The text consists of 28 Articles.