In a time of choppy waters between close neighbors, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Philippine Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo in Vientiane this Friday. 🇨🇳🇵🇭
Wang Yi, who’s also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized the need for good vibes between the two nations. He highlighted that being friendly neighbors and working together is totally in both countries' best interests. ✨
He pointed out that while it's tough to build a solid relationship, it can be super easy to mess it up. Wang Yi feels the current tensions are like unwanted drama, caused by the Philippines not sticking to agreements, making moves in the maritime zones, and stirring things up in the media. 😕
Expressing China's serious concerns, Wang Yi firmly opposed these actions. He also sounded the alarm on the Philippines possibly bringing in the U.S. intermediate-range missile system. According to him, this could heat things up in the region, kick off an arms race, and isn't what the people of the Philippines really want. 🚫🔥
Both sides seemed to agree that open communication is key. Let's hope for smoother sailing ahead! 🌅
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Chinese FM addresses bilateral challenges in meeting with Manalo
cgtn.com
