The Manila Times•18m ago
philippinespolitics
Tarriela demands Chinese envoy to apologize
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Spokesman Jay Tarriela demands Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to apologize from his earlier statement that China can “easily win” if they choose to use force. In an interview on Monday, The Manila Times asked if he supports the calls of lawmakers for Ji

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