Philippine Armed Forces Rally Behind Defense Secretary Against Chinese Sanctions

The Philippine Armed Forces have expressed unwavering support for Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro in response to China's ungrounded sanctions. Rear Admiral Roy Trinidad criticized the sanctions as an attempt at political intimidation, affirming that the military will continue to fulfill its constitutional responsibilities.

The Philippine Armed Forces announced their steadfast support for Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro in light of China's recent sanctions against him. The military decried these measures as baseless and unilateral.

Rear Admiral Roy Trinidad, serving as spokesperson for the South China Sea, criticized the sanctions as a transparent move to exert political pressure, warning that such tactics would not impede the military's operations and obligations.

He assured that the Philippine Armed Forces remain committed to executing their constitutional duties, emphasizing resilience in the face of external political maneuvers.