Hey there! Did you hear about what’s happening between China and the Philippines? Let’s dive in! 🏊♂️
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, recently had a message for the Philippines. He urged them not to become a mouthpiece (that means speaking on behalf of someone else) for any other country.
This comes after talks about the Philippines working closely with the United States on military matters. Guo mentioned that while countries can have friends and work together, it’s important that their partnerships don’t hurt other countries or cause any trouble in the neighborhood. 🏡✨
He used some interesting examples! Guo said, “Opening the door to a predator isn’t a good idea.” 🦁 That means letting someone in who might cause harm. He also said, “Those who act like chess pieces will be left behind.” ♟️ In other words, don’t let others use you for their own plans.
Guo’s main message? He wants the Philippines to make choices that are best for them and to avoid actions that might upset peace in the region. 🌏✌️
What do you think about this? It’s a good reminder about the importance of choosing friends carefully and thinking about how our actions affect others! 🤔
Reference(s):
China to Philippines: Stop serving as other country's mouthpiece
cgtn.com
