The Philippines’ National Security Council (NSC) on Sunday criticized recent statements by China’s foreign ministry and its embassy in Manila about Philippine politicians and officials, calling them “undiplomatic,” as tensions persist over overlapping claims in the South China Sea. In a statement, the NSC said any concerns from Beijing should be raised through established diplomatic channels, such as the bilateral consultation mechanism between the two countries, instead of being aired publicly.

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