Philippine Business Groups Condemn Military Harassment

Philippine business groups on Friday deplored the harassment faced by the country's military, following a clash between navy personnel and the Chinese coast guard in the disputed South China Sea. They called for a peaceful, non-violent resolution that respects their nation's rights.

Philippine business groups said on Friday they deplored the harassment of the country's military, in comments that come after a recent clash between navy personnel and the Chinese coast guard in the disputed South China Sea.

"We appeal for unity towards a non-violent resolution that respects our rights as a peace-loving nation," the business groups said in a rare joint statement, which did not mention China by name.