Libanan on China Daily 'monkey' video: Pinoys aren't propaganda tools
House Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan has condemned an AI-generated video from China Daily that depicts Filipinos as monkeys. The Philippine government has lodged a formal protest, asserting that maritime disputes should be handled through international law rather than racist propaganda.
Why it matters
This incident escalates diplomatic tensions between the Philippines and China, underscoring the role of digital media in international geopolitical conflicts.
Manila Bulletin - Libanan on China Daily 'monkey' video: Pinoys aren't propaganda tools
Libanan on China Daily 'monkey' video: Pinoys aren't propaganda tools
House Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan condemns a China Daily AI-generated video portraying Filipinos as monkeys, calling it propaganda that demeans national dignity.
He stresses that maritime disputes in the West Philippine Sea must be resolved through international law and dialogue, not insults or racist imagery.
The Department of Foreign Affairs lodges a formal protest, demanding withdrawal of the video and related cartoons while affirming the Philippines' commitment to principled engagement.
Flag of China, 4Ps Party-list Rep. Marcelino "Nonoy" Libanan (Unsplash, Facebook)
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