In a pointed statement on Tuesday, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, warned that the Philippines should avoid becoming a pawn in foreign alliances. His remarks come amid unfolding discussions on military and security cooperation between Manila and Washington.
Guo stressed that defense collaborations must not target any third party or compromise regional peace. He remarked, "Facts have repeatedly proven that nothing good could come out of opening the door to a predator," emphasizing that those who serve as chess pieces risk eventual isolation.
The comments surfaced following reports about the scheduled visit of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to the Philippines on Friday and Saturday. Guo urged some in the Philippines to cease aligning with external political agendas and to focus on national interests to prevent further destabilization.
This clear message resonates in a time when debates over the balance between national security and international engagement are intensifying. The discourse is capturing the attention of young global citizens, business innovators, thought leaders, and digital nomads across the world, keen on shaping a future that values sovereign priorities and regional stability.
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China to Philippines: Stop serving as other country's mouthpiece
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