# Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over ‘easily win’ remark

https://mins.news/en/video/106288

- CNA, 2026-10-19 12:59 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJtHI7IhQy0

> The Philippines summoned China’s ambassador to protest his remark that Beijing could easily win a military confrontation between the countries. The Philippine foreign secretary called the comment provocative and unacceptable, while senators urged the envoy’s expulsion. China called on Philippine politicians to restrain their words and actions.

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