More engagements between the government and Beijing are set to resolve the territorial disputes in the WPS following the meeting of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and National Congress of the People’s Republic of China Chairman Li Zhanshu. Know more:
BEIJING—More engagements between the government and Beijing are now set to resolve the territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea following the meeting of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and the National Congress of the People’s Republic of China Chairman Li Zhanshu on Wednesday.
Romualdez was part of the Philippine delegates who accompanied Marcos during his meeting with Li. “There could be further visits to thresh it out because it is a short visit,” Romualdez said.During the meeting, Romualdez said they are now considering resolving the WPS dispute with less third-party intervention.
As additional assurance to stabilize the country’s diplomatic relations with China, Romualdez said he was asked by Marcos to maintain an open personal communication with Li. With the issue already being resolved, Marcos said he is now looking forward to more cooperation with China on trade and infrastructure.“It is very important that these partnerships continue to be strong, continue to be encouraged. And I think that will be the way forward to the mutual benefit of our countries,” Marcos said.
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