The Philippine Department of National Defense (DND) on Friday called out China’s alleged inability to conduct open, transparent, and legal negotiations amid the issues in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
The Philippine Department of National Defense on Friday called out China’s alleged inability to conduct open, transparent, and legal negotiations amid the issues in the West Philippine Sea .“China’s defense ministry statement clearly reflects their isolation from the rest of the world on their illegal and uncivilized activities in the West Philippine Sea,” the DND said in a statement.“It also shows the inability of the Chinese Government to conduct open, transparent, and legal negotiations.
Proportionate responseOn Thursday, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said the Philippines will execute a “proportionate, deliberate, and reasonable” response following the March 23 water cannon incident.
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