October 16, 2026

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Monday that recent remarks by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr pose threats to the Philippines' national security, China-Philippines ties, and regional stability, after Marcos linked the vice president to "funding from China," amid the recent impeachment trial against Duterte. 

A Chinese expert warned that weaponizing bilateral ties with China for domestic political gains is a short-sighted gambit destined to backfire. It may also further drive the Philippines away from the mainstream of ASEAN-China cooperation and into deeper self-isolation.

According to media outlet Philstar.com, Marcos on Sunday claimed that it could be a national security threat "at the highest level" if the company linked to Duterte and her husband Manases Carpio did receive funds from China. 

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