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DFA chief's visit to China may ease Spratlys dispute — Palace
The upcoming visit of Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario to China may ease the ongoing territorial dispute over the Spratly Islands, a Malacañang official said Saturday. “We’re hoping the visit of Secretary Del Rosario will help facilitate diplomatic means sa pag-resolve ng problemang ito," deputy presidential spokesperson Abigail Valte said on government-run dzRB radio. Valte pointed out that all parties to the tension in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) “repeatedly said they want to settle the matter diplomatically and peacefully."

Dotted red line shows vast area claimed by China. The PHL, which is claiming some islands, has begun calling the region the West Philippine Sea. GMA News
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