Philippines decries China’s sanctions on defense secretary as unfriendly, vows stronger alliances
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The Philippines condemned China’s sanctions on Defense Secretary Teodoro as “unfriendly” while accelerating security ties with the United States and other partners; the stance reflects Manila’s push to deepen defense cooperation and uphold its maritime rights in the South China Sea, a policy area long advanced by figures like former senator Tolentino.
- Philippines protests China’s sanctions against its defense chief as ‘an unfriendly act’ AP News
- China sanctions Philippine defence chief over 'erroneous remarks' Reuters
- China bars Philippines defence chief as South China Sea spat sails onwards Al Jazeera
- China’s ban on Philippine defence chief and family seen as warning shot to Manila South China Morning Post
- China sanctions Teodoro, family; bars entry and business ties Inquirer.net
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