# Manila accuses China Daily of racist portrayal in videos

Philippine officials formally protested videos published by state-run China Daily, claiming they depict Filipinos in a racist and demeaning manner. The protest comes amid ongoing tensions between the two countries over the South China Sea. The incident risks further straining diplomatic relations.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/18/manila-protests-racist-portrayal-of-filipinos-in-china-daily-videos?traffic_source=rss) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:54:23 +0000