China has called on the Philippines to immediately withdraw a U.S. missile system deployed during joint military exercises, calling it a threat to regional stability. 🔥 The Chinese Embassy in Manila criticized Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro’s claims that the Typhon missile system is 'legitimate and legal,' accusing him of fueling bloc rivalry and Cold War-era tensions.
'This isn’t just about missiles—it’s about peace versus confrontation,' the embassy said Wednesday. 🌏 They argued Teodoro’s remarks contradict Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s stated goal of easing maritime disputes through dialogue.
Teodoro previously dismissed negotiations as 'useless' in resolving sea conflicts, a stance China called 'unprofessional' and harmful to diplomatic efforts. 🚨 The embassy emphasized that Asia needs 'prosperity, not proxy battles,' urging Manila to align with regional calls for de-escalation.
With tensions rising in the South China Sea, this clash highlights growing friction over U.S. military partnerships in the region. ⚡ Will diplomacy prevail, or are we seeing a new chapter in Asia’s geopolitical chessboard? Stay tuned.
