Philippines Defence Chief Reads China's Note, Challenges South China Sea Claims at Seoul Forum
During the Seoul Defence Dialogue, Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro was handed a note from a Chinese military attaché outlining Beijing's position on the South China Sea arbitration. The note rejected the 2016 tribunal ruling favoring the Philippines, calling it illegal and non-binding. Teodoro read the note aloud and challenged China's claims, accusing Beijing of coercion, bullying, and disrespecting international law and the forum. China has consistently rejected the arbitration ruling, maintaining its maritime claims, while the Philippines upholds the tribunal's decision under UNCLOS.
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Sentiment ranged widely across outlets — from 28/100 to 68/100 — a sign the coverage itself was contested, not just reported.
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economictimes broke this story on 9 Sept, 07:19 am. Other outlets followed.