PHILIPPINES – Duterte snubs Washington & Looks forward to historic China visit

by Sabba

RT – Relations are souring quickly between the Philippines and the United States, as President Rodrigo Duterte and 250 Filipino business executives head to China, a historic rival, later in October to discuss partnership prospects. “China has repeatedly invited me. I have accepted the offer,” Duterte told reporters, announcing the visit, which is scheduled for October 19-21. According to Reuters, Duterte’s China visit is already oversubscribed, with business and government officials all eager to discuss multi-sector economic cooperation with Beijing.  CONTINUE READING

Sabba | 10/12/2016 at 9:40 am | Categories: Un

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