MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr stated on Monday (Aug 11) that Beijing has “misinterpreted” his feedback saying Manila will probably be inevitably drawn in to a battle between China and Taiwan ought to one erupt.
China accused Marcos of “playing with fire” after the Philippine chief stated throughout a go to to India that “there isn’t any method that the Philippines can keep out of it” resulting from its proximity to the democratically ruled island.
“We’re, I feel for propaganda functions, misinterpreted,” Marcos informed a press briefing.
“I am a bit of bit perplexed why it could be characterised as such, as enjoying with fireplace,” he added.
China’s embassy in Manila didn’t instantly reply to a request for remark.
Marcos stated Filipinos working and dwelling in Taiwan must be evacuated if a battle does come up however maintained that he needs to keep away from confrontation and warfare.
Over 100 thousand Filipinos stay and work in Taiwan, in keeping with Philippine authorities information.
“Warfare over Taiwan will drag the Philippines kicking and screaming into the battle. That’s what I used to be attempting to say,” Marcos stated.
Marcos’ feedback come at a time of heightened tensions between Manila and Beijing over territorial disputes within the South China Sea.
A 2016 ruling of a world arbitral tribunal voided Beijing’s sweeping claims within the area, saying that they had no foundation beneath worldwide regulation, a choice China rejects.
