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Philippines Probes Chinese Interference in Upcoming Elections

4/27/2025

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has launched an investigation into suspected Chinese meddling in the upcoming elections. A security official raised alarms about state-sponsored influence tactics, including "troll farms." Senator Francis Tolentino revealed evidence connecting the Chinese embassy to these operations, while China firmly denied any involvement, claiming respect for Philippine sovereignty.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has launched an investigation into suspected Chinese meddling in the upcoming elections. A security official raised alarms about state-sponsored influence tactics, including "troll farms." Senator Francis Tolentino revealed evidence connecting the Chinese embassy to these operations, while China firmly denied any involvement, claiming respect for Philippine sovereignty.