Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has strongly condemned a recent video published by China Daily, labeling it racist propaganda. The video, circulated on Facebook, depicts Filipinos as monkeys and mocks the 2016 arbitral award concerning the South China Sea dispute. Teodoro stated the video reveals Beijing’s negative perception of the Filipino people. This incident escalates tensions between the Philippines and China, already strained by ongoing maritime disputes. The Philippines views the video as a deliberate attempt to denigrate its citizens and undermine its sovereign rights. This condemnation underscores the Philippines’ firm stance against racist portrayal and aggressive actions in the region. The video has sparked outrage within the Philippines, prompting calls for a stronger response.