MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Friday rejected China’s accusation that the Philippines was a "troublemaker" in the South China Sea, saying Beijing cannot stop Manila from defending its sovereign rights under international law.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro issued the statement after the Chinese Ministry of Defense claimed that the Philippines repeatedly courted the influence of external powers to make waves in the South China Sea, jeopardizing regional security and stability.
Palace rejects China's 'troublemaker' tag
"We’re going to stop China from making its own narrative," Castro said during a press conference.
"But they cannot also stop us from fighting for our rights based on laws, UNCLOS, [the] arbitral ruling, and our being [an] independent country," she added., This news data comes from:http://www.gangzhifhm.com
- Police officers face more charges in missing cockfight enthusiasts case
- Need to pee? Japan has QR code for that
- Palace hits Discayas over ‘misinformation’ on PH film center project
- Isko Moreno files charges against contractor over illegal demolition of sports complex in Manila
- AFP: It would take more than a tugboat to tow BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal
- DILG suspends classes, gov’t work in 17 areas
- Malabon shifts garbage disposal to Rizal landfill after Navotas closure
- Labubu fans flock to stores after launch of mini dolls
- Indonesia hosts annual US-led combat drills with Indo-Pacific allies
- No winner in Ultra, Megalotto draws for Aug 29
