美国重申,尽管正在进行会谈,但支持菲律宾在南海对抗中国。 The U.S. reaffirms support for the Philippines against China in the South China Sea, despite ongoing talks.

菲律宾大使若泽·曼努埃尔·隆穆尔德斯(Jose Manuel Romualdez)说,尽管美中外交会谈仍在进行,美国仍致力于支持菲律宾反对中国南海的固执态度。 Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez said the U.S. remains committed to supporting the Philippines against China’s South China Sea assertiveness, despite ongoing U.S.-China diplomatic talks. 他对在气候和能源等非争议问题上改善菲律宾-中国关系表示谨慎乐观,同时强调必须维护国际法。 He expressed cautious optimism about improving Philippine-China relations on non-contentious issues like climate and energy, while stressing the need to uphold international law. 美国和菲律宾继续加强国防关系,包括重大联合军事演习,以及有待为菲律宾军事现代化提供资金。 The U.S. and Philippines continue strengthening defense ties, including major joint military exercises and pending funding for Philippine military modernization.