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Philippines says China trespassing broke sovereignty THE PRESIDENTIAL palace on Wednesday said China violated Philippine sovereignty when one of its naval vessels entered the country without permission on Jan. 29 to Feb. 1. “Following an investigation, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has determined that these actions violate national sovereignty,” palace spokesman Jose Martin M. Andanar told a news briefing. Mr. Andanar said DFA had “taken appropriate diplomatic action.” “The DFA summoned the Chinese ambassador to lodge a diplomatic protest regarding this incident.” “While engaging in diplomacy in dealing with China, the President will always protect our territory and uphold...
