Manila, July 8 -- The Philippines, through the Department of Foreign Affairs, on Wednesday raised concerns over China's ballistic missile test in the Pacific and called for restraint and transparency.

"The Philippines notes with concern China's launch of an unarmed ballistic missile from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean as part of its military exercise," Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Analyn Ratonel said in a text message to reporters.

"We underscore the importance of maintaining a calm, secure and stable environment in the Indo-Pacific region. Actions that erode confidence are unhelpful in advancing dialogue, diplomacy and cooperation," she added.

The official then called on relevant parties "to exercise restraint, promote transparen...