China meddling in PH politics, meddling 'divide and conquer' – Teodoro
Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro stated that China is meddling in Philippine politics and employing a "divide and conquer" strategy. This comes amid growing criticism of the Chinese envoy's recent remarks, with Teodoro urging national unity.
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