The Department of Foreign Affairs on Friday said the Philippines is open to gas explorations with other countries, including China.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo, however, said that before entering into negotiations, the “terms of reference” should be discussed first with interested countries.
Former President Rodrigo Duterte earlier ended negotiations with China over a possible partnership for oil and gas exploration in the West Philippine Sea.
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