Philippine Defense Chief Vows to Press On After China Sanctions Him
The Philippine defense chief said he would press on against China after being sanctioned by China. The Philippine military said it would continue performing its constitutional duty despite foreign pressure or attempts to target its leadership.
An armed forces spokesperson defended the defense chief's comments, saying they were not irresponsible remarks but clear and accurate interpretations of international law.
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@reutersPhilippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions
@firstsquawkThe Philippine Armed Forces spokesperson said the secretary’s statements are not "irresponsible remarks" but clear and accurate interpretations of international law.
@firstsquawkThe spokesperson for the Philippine military stated that the armed forces will continue performing their constitutional duty despite any foreign pressure or attempts to target its leadership.
@reutersPhilippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions