In the recent Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Laos, Presidential spokesperson said on Wednesday that President Rodrigo Duterte pushed adherence to the rule of law in the South China Sea.
Presidential spokesperson Secretary Ernesto Abella and Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar confirmed that the South China Sea was raised during the ASEAN-China Summit, wich was attended by Chinese premier Le Kequiang.
“As to the Philippines, this is what President Duterte explained earlier: It is imperative to have people-to-peace exchange, investment relationship fostered, tourism growth in ASEAN region, international dispute should inspire to work together with adherence to the rule of law and international governing bodies, put words into actions, and be on the side of peace,” Andanar stated as quoted by GMA news online.
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