Marcos sees ‘distinct possibility’ of joint oil and gas deal with China, but offers no timetable
Published: August 16, 2026
Marcos sees ‘distinct possibility’ of joint oil and gas deal with China, but offers no timetable
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has stated there is a "distinct possibility" that the Philippines and China could undertake joint oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea. Despite the long-running and highly contentious territorial disputes between Manila and Beijing, Marcos signaled an openness to cooperation to address his nation's pressing energy needs. However, the president offered no concrete timetable for when such an agreement might materialize, highlighting the delicate diplomatic balancing act required to move forward.
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