May 28, 2015

"The Philippines is again enlisting support from outside forces, the United States in particular, in its dispute with China over territory in the South China Sea. This time, it is attempting to form a 'united front' to oppose China's reclamation and construction work on the Nansha Islands, turning a blind eye to the fact that the involvement of outside forces will only further complicate the situation and raise tensions in the waters.

On Monday, Philippine Defense Minister Voltaire Gazmin said his country is seeking a 'stronger commitment' from Washington in the light of China's construction activities."

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