Executive Secretary Ralph Recto met with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to discuss issues concerning the South China Sea, law enforcement cooperation, trade ties, and people-to-people exchanges between the Philippines and China.
On April 14, 2026, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto held a meeting with Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan at the Malacañang Palace in Manila. According to a statement released by the Chinese Embassy in Manila, the officials exchanged views on the multifaceted aspects of Philippines-China relations. The discussions included sensitive topics such as disputes in the South China Sea, cooperation in law enforcement, economic and trade partnerships, and initiatives to strengthen people-to-people interactions. The Embassy highlighted the productive nature of the talks in a social media post; however, the Office of the Executive Secretary has not yet provided an official statement or additional details regarding the meeting’s outcomes. The dialogue underscores ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two countries on regional security and economic collaboration.
Sources referenced:
- https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/983959/recto-chinese-embassy/story/
