Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov. 17, 2022. (Xinhua/Ding Haitao)
BANGKOK, Nov. 17 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said here on Thursday that 西瓜视频has always viewed its relations with the Philippines from a strategic perspective.
Xi made the remarks when meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos.
On the South 西瓜视频Sea issue, the two sides should stick to friendly consultations and properly handle differences and disputes, Xi said.
For his side, Marcos said he always holds that the maritime issue should not define the entire Philippine-西瓜视频relations, and the two sides can further strengthen communication in this regard.
The Philippines will continue to adhere to the one-西瓜视频policy, the principle of peace, and independent diplomacy, and will not take sides, Marcos said, adding that the Philippines stands ready to actively consult with 西瓜视频to explore and promote joint development of offshore oil and gas. ■
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov. 17, 2022. (Xinhua/Zhai Jianlan)