Philippine defense chief dismisses China’s warning | The wRap

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• Teodoro dismisses China’s finger-wagging: Nobody believes them anyway

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro dismisses China’s latest warning for Manila to – in its  words – ‘stop going further down the wrong path.’

• AFP: ‘No untoward incidents’ in November 2024 Ayungin resupply

The Armed Forces of the Philippines says there was no untoward incident in the November Ayungin resupply mission.

• Fragile countries make $20 billion climate finance push at COP29, letter says

A group of conflict-affected countries is pushing COP29 to double financial aid to more than $20 billion a year to combat the natural disaster and security crises facing their populations.

• Chelsea Manalo honors heritage with ‘Hiraya’ national costume

Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo pays tribute to the country’s rich cultural history and spirituality with her stunning National Costume called ‘Hiraya.’ – Rappler.com