Here are the top stories of The Manila Times for Monday, June 13, 2022. READ: Balancing act with China to continueThe incoming administration of Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. seems set in maintaining the present balancing act in its relations with China — treating it as a partner but not ruling out diplomatic protests when warranted. Aquino intellectualizesREAD: IndependenceIn The Times editorial, it is remarked thatREAD: Cebu's order on face masks should prompt IATF reviewRead all about it. For more news and information, get a copy of The Manila Times on print, subscribe to its digital edition or log on to www.manilatimes.net. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and Keep Up With The Times.