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China's ambassador to the Philippines warned Manila against confrontation, asserting Beijing's capability to 'easily win' any conflict.
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs has admonished China's ambassador following remarks that suggested Manila should be grateful Beijing refrains from using force in maritime disputes. The ambassador had stated China could easily win any conflict, but chooses not to employ its strength. He also called for maintaining the maritime status quo and a safe distance to prevent confrontations.
These statements arrive amid ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, where China asserts extensive territorial claims that overlap with those of the Philippines and other nations. The remarks also follow China's call for an end to political deadlock in Libya, indicating a broader diplomatic engagement by Beijing on international affairs.
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“A Chinese envoy to the UN on Wednesday called for efforts to break the political deadlock in Libya as soon as possible.”How each side headlined it
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Left: Left-leaning sources report the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs admonishing a Chinese envoy over a 'thinly veiled threat on use of force.'
Center: Central sources indicate a Chinese envoy urged a maritime 'status quo' and a safe distance to avoid confrontation.
Right: Right-leaning sources report China calling for an end to political deadlock in Libya.
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Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan asserts that Beijing is no troublemaker while saying Manila should 'feel fortunate' that China does not use force, even though it could 'easily win' if it does
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A Chinese envoy to the UN on Wednesday called for efforts to break the political deadlock in Libya as soon as possible.
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