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PH pushes back, hits China's 'projection' in WPS row
The Department of Defense (DND) dismissed China's claim that the Philippines' joint exercises with other nations in the West Philippine Sea are provocative, calling it a "classic case of projection."
The DND stated that China's words do not align with the reality of incidents occurring in the West Philippine Sea and the broader South China Sea.
China's Ministry of National Defense spokesperson Jiang Bin had previously accused the Philippines of provocation and collusion with "outside powers."
The DND asserted that the Philippines will not tolerate blackmail from those who provoke first and then play the victim, mirroring China's own statement.
The DND further identified China as the actual threat to regional stability, accusing them of spreading lies and misrepresenting legitimate actions.
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