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  • Manila says China sanctions vs Teodoro worsen bilateral tensions

    Manila says China sanctions vs Teodoro worsen bilateral tensions

    MANILA — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said China’s sanctions against Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his family are an “unfriendly act” that further complicates relations between Manila and Beijing. Foreign Affairs spokesperson Analyn Ratonel made the statement on Thursday, noting that while sanctions are a sovereign prerogative, they negatively affect diplomatic engagement.…