CHINA said the Mutual Defense Treaty between the Philippines and the United States does not affect its resolve to defend its sovereignty and maritime interests in the South China Sea.

In a statement to The Manila Times on Friday, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said the US is not involved in the South China Sea dispute and should not meddle in it.

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