WorldPhilippine defense chief accuses China of disrespecting international law

Name: Philippine defense chief accuses China of disrespecting international law
Uploaded: 2026-09-09T20:27:53.000Z
Description: Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro criticized China after a note about Beijing’s position on the South China Sea interrupted him at a defense forum in Seoul on Sept. 8. He said China’s conduct was disrespectful of international law and lacked basic courtesy.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro criticized China after a note about Beijing’s position on the South China Sea interrupted him at a defense forum in Seoul on Sept. 8. He said China’s conduct was disrespectful of international law and lacked basic courtesy.

VOA Chinese 2026-09-09 20:27