China reiterates commitment to communicate directly with Philippines on sea dispute

Reuters

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<p>China on Wednesday reiterated its support for direct communication with the Philippines to resolve any disputes going forward in the South China Sea.</p>

China on Wednesday reiterated its support for direct communication with the Philippines to resolve any disputes going forward in the South China Sea.

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China reiterates commitment to communicate directly with Philippines on sea dispute

China reiterates commitment to communicate directly with Philippines on sea dispute

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