Philippines Seeks to Ease Tensions with China Ahead of ASEAN Summit
As the ASEAN Summit approaches, the Philippines is making moves to ease tensions with China. Stabilizing the South China Sea situation and promoting regional cooperation are key focuses. Discussions are expected to center on strengthening intra-regional collaboration and addressing shared challenges in regional security.
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