China underestimates India-Philippines, treats them as inferior. This has brought them together

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Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian responded by stating, “China always believes that defence and security cooperation between countries should not harm the interest of any third party and should not harm regional peace and stability.” China’s response to the India-Philippines defence cooperation was more subdued compared to its reaction to the US deploying mid-range missiles to the Philippines’ Luzon. Adopting a hardline stance then, Wu stated , “The US move severely threatens the security of regional countries and undermines regional peace and stability. China will take resolute countermeasures.” China’s handling of its relations with India has prompted New Delhi...