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Teodoro doubts China’s espionage allegations vs 3 Filipinos: Do we have the capability?
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. questioned the allegations of espionage against three Filipinos arrested in China, asking about their capability and interest in spying on China.
Teodoro clarified that the Philippines' strategic interests lie solely in the West Philippine Sea and not in interfering with China's domestic matters.
He highlighted the Philippines' lack of technical means and interest in conducting espionage within China.
Teodoro described China as a "closed society" and "police state" where such espionage attempts would be unlikely due to constant surveillance.
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