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China foreign minister seeks 'new golden era' of ties with Philippines

Filipino Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo and Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi talk upon arrival at the Department of Foreign Affars for bilateral talks, in Manila, Philippines, July 6, 2022. Jam Sta Rosa/Pool via REUTERS

China's foreign minister said on Wednesday Beijing was ready to work with new Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to help usher in what he called a "new golden era" in the countries' relationship.

That relationship "turned a new page" with the election of Marcos, said Wang Yi, who is visiting Southeast Asia at a time when Philippines ally the United States is seeking to boost its influence in the region.

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