Hong Kong CNN Sandwiched between two Pacific superpowers, the Philippines has long had to tread delicately when it comes to dealing with Beijing and Washington’s competing interests, a complex juggling act that has been on vivid display in recent weeks.
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The Chinese government has sent a warning to the Philippines that allowing the United States armed forces to access more military bases could "greatly prejudice Philippine national interests and jeopardize regional tranquility and steadiness," being one of the first open indications of Chinese displeasure with the quickening security ties between the two nations.