
China urged: Walk the talk on peace in West Philippine Sea
Philippine lawmakers are calling on China to "walk the talk" and cease provocations in the West Philippine Sea if it genuinely desires peace in the region. Doubts are raised about China's sincerity as a "good faith negotiator" ahead of the ASEAN Summit.
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