Summary
Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro urges China to cease its aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea, including harassment of Philippine vessels and building of structures. This comes in response to China's statement about resolving tensions through dialogue and accusations of a confrontational attitude from the Philippines.
Highlights
Teodoro Calls on China to Halt Aggression
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Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro urged China to stop its "invasion" in the West Philippine Sea, citing harassment of Philippine vessels and the construction of structures. This statement followed the Chinese Embassy in Manila's suggestion to resolve tensions through dialogue and their accusation that the Philippines is adopting a "confrontational attitude."
Defense of Philippine Coast Guard Spokesperson
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Teodoro also defended the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, CJ Tarriela. Tarriela had called Filipinos who defended China's aggressive behaviors "traitors" and "anti-patriotic" after a Chinese Coast Guard water cannon attack. Teodoro stated he understood Tarriela's perspective.