Chinese envoy's remarks seen as 'wolf warrior diplomacy'

GMA Network - Oct 17, 2026

Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan"s controversial remarks are an example of “wolf warrior diplomacy,” according to defense analyst Renato Castro.

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Chinese envoy's remarks seen as 'wolf warrior diplomacy'

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