Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo on US ties | Full interview

The Philippines is optimistic that its ties with the incoming US president Donald Trump will be maintained, despite concerns about Mr Trump’s transactional approach to alliances. In an exclusive interview with CNA, Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo addressed the Philippines’ maritime disputes with China. Last year, clashes in the South China Sea between both sides resulted in a Philippine Navy sailor losing his thumb. CNA ASEAN correspondent Leong Wai Kit asked Mr Manalo about his concerns regarding these tensions, which could potentially escalate beyond physical injuries. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia