PHILIPPINES – President Duterte seeks arms from Russia & China

RT – State Department spokesman John Kirby said that Washington was aware of Duterte’s comments, but was “not aware of any official communication by the Philippine government to that that effect and to seek that result.” Pentagon spokesman Commander Gary Ross meanwhile said that US-Philippine relationship “has been a cornerstone of stability for over 70 years. We will continue to consult closely with our Filipino partners to appropriately tailor our assistance to whatever approach the new Administration adopts.”

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