Senate adopts resolution vs China diplomatsenate President Tito Sotto chats with Majority Leader Migz Zubiri during the chamber’s session on a resolution condemning statements made by Chinese diplomats who criticized Philippine officials over the WPS issue. The Senate – without any objection – adopted yesterday Senate Resolution 256 condemning China’s diplomats for their insults against Philippine officials who voiced defense of the country’s sovereignty and maritime rights. The resolution was filed by the majority bloc composed of Sen. Francis Pangilinan (sponsor), Senate President Vicente Sotto III, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson, Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri and Senators Erwin Tulfo, Risa Hontiveros, Raffy Tulfo, Sherwin Gatchalian, Loren Legarda, JV Ejercito, Bam Aquino, Camille Villar, Mark Villar, Lito Lapid and the minority’s Jinggoy Estrada. Cayetano argued that Tarriela’s actions were diplomatically risky and that the Senate minority could not back him as far as the resolution was concerned. Sen. Rodante Marcoleta had been staunchly against the resolution for the past two weeks, during which its adoption was deferred twice.

Source: Philippine Star February 09, 2026 16:36 UTC