Manila Bulletin
US support for PH to remain under Trump—envoy
The United States under the incoming Trump administration will continue its support for the Philippines in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) issue, according to Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez.
Romualdez stated that there will be no policy changes regarding the WPS despite the change in US presidency.
He cited the confirmation hearing of incoming Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who affirmed strong US support for Taiwan, the Philippines, and other Indo-Pacific nations facing challenges from China.
Rubio expressed that China's actions towards the Philippines and Taiwan are compelling the US to focus on the region.
Rubio specifically mentioned a large Chinese ship perceived as a threat by the Philippines, urging China to cease actions that force US attention in the region.
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