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Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr delivers a keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue, in Singapore, May 31, 2024. (Reuters/File Photo)
Philippines President Marcos vows defiance following clash with Chinese coast guard in South China Sea
President Ferdinand Marcos said Sunday the Philippines would “never be intimidated” by anyone after a violent clash between the Filipino navy and the Chinese coast guard in the South China Sea.
“We will never be intimidated or oppressed by anyone,” Marcos said in a speech during a visit to the Philippines’ South China Sea forces as he gave out medals to sailors involved in Monday’s clash off Second Thomas Shoal.