View from Manila: Kicking diplomats out won’t solve the West Philippine Sea problem

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This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Former commander of the Western Command (Wescom) Alberto Carlos testifies during the senate public hearing on an alleged wiretapping incident by the Chinese embassy, on May 22, 2024. Such is the paradox that while China makes bilateral ties harder to maintain, it becomes more important for the Philippines to make sure that lines remain open MANILA, Philippines – As a Senate panel grilled Bamban Mayor Alice Guo last week about her curious life, another committee interrogated Filipino diplomats over what it would take...