Rappler speaks to Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. days after China announces sanctions on him and his family

Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro will continue his duties despite China's sanctions. Beijing imposed penalties on Teodoro for his remarks about China's actions. Ties…

Analysts say Beijing may be trying to ‘kill the chicken to warn the monkeys’, as Manila faces calls for a tit-for-tat response.

The country’s Department of Foreign Affairs said that the sanctions against Gilberto Teodoro Jr. are “an unfriendly act” that “further complicates” bilateral relations.

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Philippines condemns China's sanctions on Defence Chief Teodoro as an unfriendly act, escalating tensions over South China Sea disputes.

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. (file photo) MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Saturday suggested that China's sanctions against him and…

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. (Photo from GABRYELLE DUMALAG / Inquirer) MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis Pangilinan on Saturday urged the Department of Foreign…

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. speaks to reporters on the sidelines of the 2026 Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Friday, May 29, 2026. — Screengrab from Department of…

Rappler speaks to Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. days after China announces sanctions on him and his family

Why would China go to the extent of sanctioning Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro?