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The Philippines may restart oil and gas talks with China. How far can it go?
The Philippines has indicated its openness to China regarding new talks on oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique A. Manalo stated this possibility could be revived despite recent termination of discussions.
This development follows a visit by Chinese official Liu Jianchao, who expressed hope for renewed talks and flexibility.
Previously, discussions were halted due to issues of sovereignty and constitutional constraints, with former foreign secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. stating they had reached the constitutional limit.
The South China Sea is a critical global shipping route and is rich in natural resources, but is subject to overlapping territorial claims by several countries.
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China is open to resuming talks with the Philippines on joint oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, with a visiting Chinese minister expressing hope for continued discussions and flexibility from both sides.
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The administration of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will consider the proposal for a joint oil exploration with China in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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The Philippines and China have initiated discussions regarding potential joint oil and gas exploration in the West Philippine Sea.
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