China Open to Contact with Philippines

China is open to any form of communication with the Philippines, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said Wednesday.
Chunying made the remarks when asked to comment on former Philippine President Fidel Ramos' visit to Hong Kong, state news agency (Xinhua) reported. 
Designated by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as a special envoy, Ramos arrived in Hong Kong on Monday evening to pave way for talks with Beijing after the South China Sea arbitration case caused a breakdown in bilateral ties. 
"My job is to look for some old friends who have links to high officials in Beijing. My job is not to negotiate, but to help pave the way, break the ice and rekindle the friendship that we had during my time with China," Ramos told a press conference Tuesday. 
Pointing out that China and the Philippines were traditionally friendly neighbors, Hua said the two countries should make joint efforts to improve bilateral ties, resume dialogue and cooperation, and promote the sound and stable development of relations. 

Source : QNA