China bars Philippines defence chief as South China Sea spat sails onwards
Summary
China has banned the Philippines’ Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and his family from entering China, including Hong Kong and Macau. The ban is related to Teodoro’s comments opposing China’s claims in the South China Sea, a disputed region where several countries, including the Philippines, claim territory.Key Facts
- China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the entry ban on Teodoro and his family.
- The ban also forbids Chinese organizations and people from working with Teodoro and his family.
- The move increases tensions between China and the Philippines over the South China Sea disputes.
- China claims almost the entire South China Sea, while other countries, including the Philippines, claim parts of it.
- Teodoro criticized China’s activities at a regional summit, saying the Philippines will protect its territory.
- China rejects a 2016 international court ruling that said China’s claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis.
- China often uses its navy and coast guard in the area, leading to frequent clashes with Philippine boats.
- Teodoro said he has no plans to visit China and criticized the Chinese government despite positive views of its food and people.
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