October 26, 2017

Chang Wanquan, Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister, said in his talks with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte late on Wednesday that China is willing to broaden and deepen pragmatic cooperation with the Philippines.

"China seeks to enhance strategic mutual trust with the Philippines, properly handle differences, and push for sustained and healthy relationships between our two countries, as we are neighbors," Chang said here at Malacanang, Philippine Presidential Palace, where he paid a visit to President Duterte.

Duterte noted that the Philippines attaches great importance to developing relations with China and he expressed his thanks to China for providing precious support to the development of Philippines, especially in its efforts to fight against terrorism in Marawi in southern Philippines.

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