China thanks Filipinos for support amid COVID-19 crisis

China thanks Filipinos for support amid COVID-19 crisis

Chinese Ambassador to Manila Huang Xilian expressed thanks to the Philippines for extending goodwill, solidarity, and support in the face of the challenges posed by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to his country.

Huang specifically mentioned President Duterte, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, and Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr., during his speech at the 5th Association of Philippines-China Understanding Forum.

The Chinese top diplomat in Manila further said China hopes that governments of all countries, including the Philippines, will understand and support China’s efforts, respect the professional advice of the WHO (World Health Organization), avoid overreaction, avoid creating panic, and ensure the normal cooperation and exchanges between countries.