China, Philippines agree to dialogue amid South China Sea tensions

Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a call described as 'frank and constructive,' signaling a mutual commitment to dialogue despite ongoing political tensions over the South China Sea. The call follows a series of confrontations between the two countries' vessels in the disputed waters, but no concrete outcomes or agreements were announced. The development suggests a de-escalatory tone, though the underlying disputes remain unresolved.

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