Teodoro Continues Duty Amidst China Sanctions
Gilberto Teodoro Jr, Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines. File photo MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday brushed aside sanctions imposed by China on him and his family, saying he would continue carrying out his duties despite Beijing’s latest move against one of the Philippine government’s most outspoken critics. “That is their right. That is truly what they do to those who speak the truth against their deception,” Teodoro said
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has stated he will continue his duties despite China imposing sanctions against him, his spouse, and their child. The sanctions, announced by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, prohibit the family from entering mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao, and bar Chinese entities from conducting business with them. Beijing cited Teodoro's "irresponsible remarks" as the reason for the punitive measures. Teodoro dismissed the sanctions, asserting he would uphold the nation against what he described as China's "wickedness" and deception. He reiterated his commitment to his role, stating he has no plans to visit China and no assets there. This action marks a significant escalation by Beijing against a sitting Philippine Cabinet official, occurring amidst ongoing maritime disputes in the West Philippine Sea.
The sanctions highlight the escalating diplomatic tensions between the Philippines and China, particularly concerning territorial disputes and freedom of navigation in the South China Sea.
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