Diplomatic Tensions Escalate as Philippines Congratulates Taiwan’s President-Elect
A diplomatic dispute has erupted between China and the Philippines following Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos’ congratulatory message to Taiwanese president-elect Lai Ching-Te on his recent election victory. The congratulatory gesture was met with strong disapproval from China, leading to a war of words marked by undiplomatic comments. President Marcos, known for his opposition to China,