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WPS situation will 'definitely' be discussed in APPF31, says Zubiri
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri confirmed that the West Philippine Sea (WPS) situation will definitely be discussed during the 31st Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF31) hosted by the Philippines.
Zubiri stated that while the WPS issue will be tackled in a committee, the Philippines, as host and considering China's delegation, will adopt a diplomatic and moderate approach to promote peace and stability.
The APPF31, to be held from November 23 to 25, will focus on discussions related to political and security matters, economic and trade, and regional cooperation, with special discussions among women and young parliamentarians.
The APPF is a multi-lateral parliamentary forum between 28 member-countries in the Asia-Pacific Region where parliamentarians discuss and form agreements over shared concerns and interests.
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