War of words between China and Philippines over South China Sea claims
China on Wednesday accused the Philippines of "stirring up trouble" after harsh words from Philippine Defense Minister Gilberto Teodoro Jr. over Beijing's increasingly aggressive pursuit of maritime claims in the South China Sea.
TL;DR
- China accused the Philippines of "stirring up trouble."
- The accusation came after Philippine Defense Minister Gilberto Teodoro Jr. made harsh remarks.
- Teodoro Jr.'s comments were directed at Beijing's aggressive pursuit of maritime claims in the South China Sea.