Former Armed Forces of the Philippines' Western Command (AFP WESCOM) commander Vice Admiral Alberto Carlos on Wednesday confirmed receiving a phone call from a Chinese military attaché but clarified that he did not enter into any deal that could compromise the Philippines' national interest.
The controversial Navy officer is on 'personal leave' amid China's claim of phone recording of him agreeing to their terms in Ayungin Shoal. Rear Admiral Alfonso Torres Jr. has been designated as the new Wescom commander.
MANILA - Two Chinese navy vessels shadowed Philippines and US ships conducting joint patrols in the South China Sea, the Philippine military said on Jan 4, as tensions flare in the region over disputed territorial claims. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Jafar Gamo Sultan’s sister says the suspect was at the Amai Pakpak Medical Center preparing for a blood transfusion for a relative when authorities pounced on him