Manila Bulletin
FPRRD denies ‘gentleman’s agreement’ with China on West Philippine Sea
Former President Rodrigo Duterte has denied the existence of a "gentleman's agreement" between the Philippines and China concerning the West Philippine Sea (WPS) during his administration.
Duterte stated that such an agreement is not a presidential practice and emphasized that no one in the Philippines can concede territories.
He recalled only a status quo order discussed with Chinese President Xi Jinping, aimed at preventing armed patrols and avoiding tension or war in the WPS.
Duterte clarified that any agreement would have been to maintain peace in the South China Sea.
He plans to further discuss the matter and review documents related to foreign policy and defense agreements made during his term.
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