Teodoro for President? Philippine Defence Chief Draws 2028 Election Buzz After China Clash As the Philippines' Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
basks in the glow of his viral moment at the Seoul Defence Dialogue, it's worth examining what this fleeting fame says about the nation's values and its relationship with China.
One of the most striking aspects of Teodoro's performance is how it tapped into a deep seated nationalist sentiment in the Philippines.