00:00The Chinese state-run news outlet reported on Thursday that three Filipinos were arrested in Beijing for alleged espionage.
00:07The incident is expected to fuel further discussions about national security and international relations.
00:13PTV's Patrick de Jesus has the report.
00:17Three Filipinos were arrested in China for alleged espionage.
00:22According to the report of a Chinese state-owned media outlet, the activities were conducted near military facilities and
00:29focused on military deployments
00:31allegedly under orders from an intelligence operative in the Philippines. The Filipino suspects reportedly admitted to the activities.
00:40According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry,
00:43they will strictly handle the case.
00:45The Department of Foreign Affairs or DFA has been made aware of the complaint being faced by the three arrested Filipinos.
00:54Appropriate assistance is being provided,
00:57including legal support. The DFA also conveyed to the Chinese government to observe due process.
01:04The AFP recognizes the significance of the report and is also ready to provide support.
01:11According to a security expert, the allegations should be investigated thoroughly.
01:26This could also be China's response, especially since a string of Chinese nationals have also been arrested in the Philippines for alleged espionage,
01:53now totaling more than 10
01:55just this year.
02:13Cabalsa also advised Filipinos in China to be cautious.
02:25Meanwhile, the West Philippine Sea could be a factor if Taiwan is attacked.
02:50A maritime law expert says China's artificial island there could be used.
03:20China has concluded its military drills around Taiwan, wherein earlier, the Philippine government dismissed fears and insisted that having a contingency plan to rescue OFWs there is normal.
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