Beijing talks ‘revitalized’ trade & financial ties with Philippines as Duterte spews vitriol on US

‘China and the Philippines, traditionally the US’ closest ally in Southeast Asia, have reportedly discussed “revitalizing” bilateral ties in such key areas as tourism and customs, amid President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent harsh rhetoric for US officials.
The Philippines’ finance secretary, Carlos G. Dominguez III, and Chinese ambassador Zhao Jianhua have agreed to boost cooperation in agricultural trade, currency swap procedures, customs, project financing, and tourism, according to the Manila Bulletin newspaper.’
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