MANILA (Reuters): The Philippine foreign ministry has said hat it is maintaining open communication with China even as it strengthens cooperation with "like-minded" countries that support its stance in the South China Sea.
"Even as the DFA (foreign ministry) deepens alliances and partnerships with like-minded countries, it also maintains open lines of communication with the Chinese side in pursuit of candid, constructive dialogue and practical cooperation," foreign ministry spokesperson Rogelio Villanueva said in a briefing.
