Three Chinese officials have congratulated new House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and vowed to work with the lawmaker to deepen ties with the Philippines. | CMRamosINQ
READ:The Chinese official also previously said that one of the most important accomplishments of Cayetano as foreign secretary was the return of good bilateral relations between the Philippines and China.
But during his time as foreign affairs chief, Cayetano was criticized for his supposed silence over China’s “creeping invasion” in contested areas of the South China Sea.The embassy, meanwhile, noted that the lawmaker from Taguig expressed his delight over the congratulatory messages from the Chinese officials.
“He thanked China for the valuable support provided for the Philippine economic and social development,” the statement further read.The new House speaker is also looking forward “to strengthening exchanges and cooperation with the NPC, bringing Philippines-China relationship of Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation to a new high,” the embassy added.
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