Duterte Declares Philippine 'Separation' From US

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has announced his country's separation from the U.S., a major ally that it has close security ties with. Duterte made the declaration Thursday during a state visit to China that is being watched closely by the U.S. for signs of improving relations between the two countries. "I announce my separation from the United States," Duterte said as Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli looked on in the capital of Beijing. "America has lost...

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