USA - Voice of America: Philippines, China Seek Friendly Ties, Despite Tensions

USA - Voice of America usa

Philippines, China Seek Friendly Ties, Despite Tensions Jun 12th 2012, 17:00 MANILA - The Philippines and China are trying to restore friendly ties despite tensions over disputed territory in the South China Sea. At the same time, Manila is welcoming U.S. plans to shift more of its naval power to the Asia Pacific. But Washington's so-called pivot toward Asia is making Beijing wary.  Avoiding confrontation The Philippines recently pulled back its navy from the disputed Scarborough Shoals where it had been in a standoff with Chinese vessels.   ... Media files: 2EC05E4A-4F47-4E6B-B2E6-0379CE6AF412_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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