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MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese language Embassy on Friday denied the alleged existence of China’s “sleeper cells” within the Philippines.
Sleeper cells are described as dormant teams ready for orders to conduct “infiltration and intervention actions.”
“[We are] working with the Philippine regulation enforcement authorities to research the stated case to collectively fight transnational felony actions. We have now additionally famous that the Nationwide Bureau of Investigation (NBI) officer engaged on this case identified that there’s no fact that that is a part of the plan of the Chinese language to create a destabilization plot within the nation,” stated the Chinese language Embassy in an announcement.
The embassy was pertaining to NBI’s October operation in Pasig that led to the arrest of two Chinese language nationals who had been in possession of high-powered firearms.
For the Chinese language embassy, this was solely an remoted case, however individuals with ulterior motives “took benefit” of the scenario and made baseless claims in opposition to China and Chinese language individuals.
“Sure Filipino officers went so far as disseminating such extremely irresponsible remarks, dramatizing and hyping up maritime variations, vilifying the efficiency of regular duties and exchanges of Chinese language establishments and personnel, and even inciting racial hatred and sowing Sinophobic sentiments. We strongly oppose and condemn such baseless allegations and malicious spreading of disinformation,” stated the embassy.
It likewise famous that China “has all the time adhered” to the precept of non-interference in inner affairs as they continue to be “devoted to dealing with variations” by means of dialogue.
The embassy claimed that the accusations disrupt diplomatic efforts between the Philippines and China.
“It’s hoped that the Philippine aspect will work in the identical route with China and comply with by means of on the consensus between the 2 heads of state in order to collectively safeguard our bilateral relations and preserve peace and stability within the South China Sea,” it added.
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