‘Keep US ties while pursuing China’

THE Makati Business Club (MBC) on Tuesday welcomed the Duterte administration’s push to revitalize the country’s relationship with China, citing the gains from closer trade and investment ties, but stressed that it could do so while strengthening its economic partnerships with traditional allies such as the United States.

“We support the drive for an independent foreign policy, particularly during this time when the Philippines has gained international respect, recognition and confidence over the past few years,” MBC said in a statement.