00:01China summons Philippine Ambassador Jaime Flor Cruz on Thursday, January 22.
00:06This overstatement is made by Commodore Jay Tariela, the Philippine Coast Guard's spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea.
00:12Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jakun says Tariela has made quote,
00:16inflammatory, confrontational, misleading, and baseless remarks against China on maritime issues.
00:22He adds, the Philippines must undo the negative impact of his remarks as soon as possible.
00:26The Chinese embassy most recently hit Tariela for a slide in a presentation he made at a university.
00:32Since late 2025, the Chinese embassy has been posting strong-worded reactions,
00:36criticizing statements made by Philippine officials and agencies.
00:39In response, Tariela says quote,
00:41threatening a public servant for telling the truth will not intimidate us.
