Reps urge voters to reject pro-China candidates

Members of the House "Young Guns" bloc, specifically Representatives Paolo Ortega V and Jay Khonghun, are urging Filipinos to reject candidates perceived as "pro-China" in upcoming elections.

This appeal follows an incident where a Chinese vessel used a sonic device against a Philippine Coast Guard ship near Zambales in the West Philippine Sea.

Khonghun warned that Chinese propaganda machinery is actively working to mislead voters into supporting pro-China candidates.

Ortega highlighted that such actions pose significant health risks to Filipino personnel and represent an escalation of Chinese aggression.

He emphasized that electing leaders who are not firm against China's actions is equivalent to condoning the harassment of the Philippine Coast Guard and the exploitation of the country's natural resources.

The representatives encourage voters to choose leaders who prioritize the Philippines and stand up for the nation's interests and people.

Ortega stressed that sovereignty is not for sale and candidates willing to join China's interests have no right to run for any position in the Philippines.