MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Friday rejected China’s accusation that the Philippines was a "troublemaker" in the South China Sea, saying Beijing cannot stop Manila from defending its sovereign rights under international law.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro issued the statement after the Chinese Ministry of Defense claimed that the Philippines repeatedly courted the influence of external powers to make waves in the South China Sea, jeopardizing regional security and stability., This news data comes from:http://mvu.052298.com
"We’re going to stop China from making its own narrative," Castro said during a press conference.
Palace rejects China's 'troublemaker' tag
"But they cannot also stop us from fighting for our rights based on laws, UNCLOS, [the] arbitral ruling, and our being [an] independent country," she added.
- Israel military says controls 40 percent of Gaza City
- PH doesn't recognize Taiwan as sovereign state, stands by 'One China Policy' -- Foreign Affairs chief
- Thailand's Parliament to vote Friday for a new prime minister
- Philippines to work more closely with US amid regional challenges
- Private groups back DHSUD chief's anti-corruption policy
- Comelec: Postponed village, youth elections not in 2026 budget
- 4 of 15 contractors on Marcos list have clean records – DPWH
- Go Negosyo, CFO push migrant empowerment
- Philippines calls for Gaza ceasefire amid humanitarian crisis
- Berlin urges Israel to 'immediately' improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza
