Cutting across the seasForeign policy is not decided by a majority vote without full-blown debate in the halls of Congress. Although not binding, a Senate resolution shows strength and unanimity. This was the direction of the Senate majority when it moved to adopt a resolution condemning recent statements by the Chinese embassy in Manila. Foreign policy does not end with a vote. “As Ambassador, he bears responsibility for all words and actions of the Chinese embassy,” Ji pointed out.

Source: Philippine Star February 02, 2026 12:17 UTC