The International Court of Justice ruled today in a territorial dispute between Malaysia and Singapore. The court found that Singapore has sovereignty over Pedra Branca/Pulau Batu Puteh; that Malaysia has sovereignty over Middle Rocks; and that sovereignty over South Ledge belongs to the State in the territorial waters o
f which it is located. Click here for the press release from the International Court of Justice. The press release includes a summary of the reasoning of the court. Click here for the text of the decision.
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