DFA criticizes China for misrepresenting RORE agreement

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Sunday criticized China's Foreign Ministry for misrepresenting the Philippines-China arrangement regarding rotation and resupply missions (RORE), specifically noting false notions about a July 27 mission at Ayungin Shoal.

DFA spokesperson Teresita Daza stated that the agreement was reached in good faith and does not prejudice national positions, emphasizing that China had been informed of the resupply before it occurred.

China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson reiterated Beijing's stance on sovereignty over Ren'ai Jiao but acknowledged monitoring by the Chinese Coast Guard during the recent mission.

During regional meetings, Philippine foreign secretary Enrique Manalo provided updates on the provisional RORE agreement with China and emphasized the country's commitment to honoring it.

Regional partners like Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Singapore, and the United States welcomed the Philippines-China deal as a positive step towards de-escalating tensions in the South China Sea.