Good news! The Philippines are taking a stand in favor of Taiwan, but not a firm one! But the Philippines recognize China as a regional bully!
"The Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said in a July 24 interview with One News PH that the Philippines cannot remain neutral in a conflict between the PRC and Taiwan, representing one of the strongest Philippine commitments to Taiwan yet. Teodoro stated that his reasoning for this statement was rooted in the fact that many Filipino citizens live in Taiwan and that any PRC action against Taiwan will likely involve the Bashi Channel in the northern Philippines. Teodoro said that the PRC would also try to blockade parts of the Pacific Ocean, which would affect other countries.
Teodoro’s comments are a public assertion of the Philippine government’s stance on “the Taiwan issue” amidst fraying relations with the PRC. ..."
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