The Chinese Embassy in Manila has insisted that China remains open to understanding and resolving disputes through dialogue and consultation with the Philippines.

According to Embassy Spokesperson Ji Lingpeng, Beijing strongly opposes any defamatory statements against China and remarks that allegedly incite anger. The embassy also urged the Department of Foreign Affairs to stop certain individuals in the country from making such comments.

This comes in response to the DFA's earlier statement expressing concern over the Chinese Embassy's warning that Filipino workers' jobs could be affected by the ongoing diplomatic tension. The department said the warning could appear coercive or threatening.

Despite this, both sides emphasized the importance of responsible and sustained diplomacy to maintain and advance bilateral relations amid existing differences.