MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs denies claims — including from the Chinese ambassador to Manila Jing Quan — that a confidential 2024 agreement means construction isn’t allowed in Ayungin Shoal.
Rappler’s Bea Cupin walks you through what we do (and what we don’t) know about the Provisional Understanding between Manila and Beijing. – Rappler.com
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