Title:

 Philippines president-elect says won't rely on United States on South China Sea dispute with China

Author:

The Straits Times

Source:

The Straits Times

Date:

 June 1, 2016

Description:

Philippines President-elect Rodrigo Duterte said on Tuesday (May 31) his country would not rely on long-term security ally the United States, Reuters reported, signalling greater independence from Washington in dealing with China and the disputed South China Sea.