Manila, Oct. 22 -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday rebuked the Chinese Embassy over what it called "escalatory and undiplomatic" social media posts, warning that the remarks undermine mutual trust and efforts to stabilize relations.

DFA spokesperson Analyn Ratonel said foreign diplomats in the Philippines must conduct themselves in a manner befitting their positions, including on social media.

"The recent public statements of the Embassy do not reflect the longstanding spirit of constructive engagement between the two countries and the two foreign ministries," Ratonel said in a statement.

She added that the remarks were "not conducive to good relations nor to the effective discharge of diplomatic functions," saying ...