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Chinese analyst says Manila's softer tone will not ease tensions

A Chinese South China Sea researcher cautioned that Manila’s more conciliatory tone toward Beijing is unlikely to ease tensions in the contested waters. The researcher said the Philippine foreign ministry has little influence over maritime policy and enforcement operations. The assessment followed the ministry’s Sunday rebuke of officials over inflammatory rhetoric toward China.

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