Practice question
A treaty expressly requiring ratification has been signed by an authorized Philippine representative. Petitioners claim that signature gives them a right to compel presidential ratification or transmission to the Senate by mandamus. Resolve the claim under Pimentel.
Legal references
- Pimentel, Jr. v. Office of the Executive Secretary, G.R. No. 158088, July 6, 2005, main decision, presidential ratification discretion: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2005/jul2005/gr_158088_2005.html
- 1987 Constitution, Article VII, Section 21, Senate concurrence in treaties: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353
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