Ambassador’s remarks reflect Beijing’s position, not personal – Teodoro
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. stated that Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian's remarks on the use of force reflect Beijing's official position, not just the ambassador's personal opinion, signaling heightened tensions in the South China Sea.
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