Defense Secretary Teodoro slams Chinese envoy's 'use of force' statement as threat
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has denounced the Chinese ambassador's statement implying force would lead to Manila's defeat as a 'clear threat.' Teodoro suggested the remark might be retaliation for crackdowns on illegal activities within the Philippines, highlighting escalating tensions over the West Philippine Sea.
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