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://www.052298.com
Palace rejects China's 'troublemaker' tag
"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.
- US Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy again
- Customs preparing report on Discayas’ 28 luxury cars
- EU massive fine against Google draws Trump threat
- Trump moves to end US tariff exemption for small packages
- 1 of 2 suspects in Pasay robbery, rape arrested
- Metro Manila disaster agencies expand response areas in preparation for 'Big One'
- Rise in HFMD cases due to better reporting, not outbreak
- China is showing off its weaponry in a tightly controlled military parade
- A suicide bombing near a political rally in southwestern Pakistan kills 13 and wounds 30
- Typhoon death toll rises in Vietnam as downed trees hamper rescuers
