Hey news fam, in a bold twist in geopolitics, Guo Jiakun, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, urged the Philippines to stop serving as another country's mouthpiece. He emphasized that defense and security cooperation should protect interests without targeting third parties or jeopardizing regional peace.
"Facts have repeatedly proven that nothing good could come out of opening the door to a predator," Guo stated. "Those who willingly serve as chess pieces will be deserted in the end." His remarks come amidst reports of military cooperation between Manila and Washington, including discussions linked to the scheduled visit of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, as mentioned by Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel Romualdez.
This call for a more independent strategy invites everyone to rethink playing geopolitical chess in favor of balanced, mutually beneficial partnerships. It’s a reminder that when you’re a pawn in someone else’s game, genuine progress might just be a move away. 😎✌️
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China to Philippines: Stop serving as other country's mouthpiece
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