Ministry of National Defense: Advising a Small Group of Anti-China Elements in the Philippines to Stop Their Showy Performances of Bluster
On the afternoon of June 16, Senior Colonel Chen Xi, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, released a statement regarding recent military-related issues.
Reporter: According to reports, after the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that China would impose sanctions on Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro and his relatives, Teodoro stated that he would continue to fulfill his duties to safeguard national interests. What is your comment on this?
Chen Xi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has explained the situation multiple times. The sanctions imposed by China on Teodoro and his relatives are entirely self-inflicted, and this is a legitimate measure for China to safeguard its national sovereignty, security, and development interests. If a small group of anti-China elements is allowed to act recklessly, it directly harms the livelihood of the Filipino people and has a destructive impact on the relations between China and the Philippines, as well as between the two militaries. We advise these individuals to be cautious and to stop their ostentatious performances.
On June 16, the Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Chen Xi criticized Philippine Defense Minister Teodoro for his response to sanctions imposed by China. Teodoro affirmed his commitment to national interests, while Chen emphasized that the sanctions were justified actions to protect China's sovereignty. He warned that anti-China sentiments could negatively impact relations between the two nations.
- Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Chen Xi criticized Philippine Defense Minister Teodoro's response to sanctions.
- Teodoro stated he would continue to fulfill his duties to protect national interests.
- The Chinese government views the sanctions as a legitimate measure to protect its sovereignty and security.
- The spokesperson warned that anti-China actions could harm Philippines-China relations.