China Rebukes Singapore, Manila For Congratulating Taiwan Leader
- China hopes Singapore will uphold ‘overall friendly relations’
- Marcos congratulates Lai, referred to him as Taiwan president
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Beijing reminded Singapore of its “one-China” position on Taiwan and summoned the Philippines envoy after the two Southeast Asian nations congratulated new President Lai Ching-te for his election win.
China “immediately made solemn démarches” to Singapore and separately on Tuesday summoned the Philippines ambassador, according to Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning. A démarche is the equivalent of a diplomatic reprimand.