Reported 8 months ago
Philippine President Duterte visited Balabac Island and awarded medals to 80 navy personnel involved in a supply mission, emphasizing that the Philippines will not be intimidated by anyone and urging them to continue defending the country. Duterte assured that the Philippines will not provoke war and will always strive for peaceful resolution of disputes, expressing determination to uphold the country's freedom and rights under international law to support national interests. The recent violent clash between the Philippine Navy and Chinese coast guard in the South China Sea has raised tensions.
Source: YAHOO