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Marcos, Xi at APEC: Meaningful ties vowed
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping during the APEC Summit in South Korea, shaking hands and congratulating him on China's upcoming APEC chairmanship.
Marcos stated that the APEC Summit was not the appropriate venue for discussions on defense and politics, including the maritime dispute in the West Philippine Sea.
He noted the brief interaction, which also included Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and mentioned that neither side sought a meeting to discuss contentious issues like the West Philippine Sea.
The President mentioned that approaching Xi took time due to the security detail surrounding the Chinese leader.
Marcos reaffirmed the Philippines' commitment to partnership and meaningful cooperation in the region as China assumes the APEC chairmanship in 2026.
He reiterated that political issues are better discussed in ASEAN forums, aligning with his previous statements.
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