Duterte says Philippines has no quarrel with China | Philstar.com

MANILA, Philippines — Despite the longstanding maritime row in the West Philippine Sea, President Rodrigo Duterte maintained that there is no quarrel between the Philippines and China and that the two countries can discuss issues related to the dispute, including the fishing rights of Filipinos. Speaking during the inauguration of the Binondo-Intramuros bridge Tuesday, Duterte called China a “partner” in enhancing the Philippines’ infrastructure. He then told Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian that Manila and Beijing “do not have any quarrel.” “I also thank and with gratitude the People's Republic of China for the confidence and for being…