MANILA, Philippines — The Senate finally approved and adopted on Monday a resolution “condemning” statements by the Chinese Embassy in Manila criticizing Philippine officials and institutions for their positions in defense of the country’s sovereignty and maritime rights.  This was after days of lengthy deliberations on the floor in the Senate. Senate Resolution No. 256 had been stalled at the plenary hall by some minority senators who questioned the measure.  But on Monday, after nearly three hours of interpellation by Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, the chamber approved the resolution, subject to style, and with no objections. READ: China […]... Keep on reading: China embassy remarks over WPS condemned by Senate