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'Mali, false': NHCP refutes Chinese claims over Palawan Island


Published on 2025-02-28 20:24:17 - MSN
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  • The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) on Friday, February 28, debunked recent Chinese claims over Palawan Island, which have been circulating on microblogging platform Weibo and other Chinese social media platforms.

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has refuted claims made by Chinese social media users asserting that the island of Palawan was once part of China, specifically mentioning a supposed historical figure named "Mali" who was said to have ruled the area. The NHCP clarified that these claims are baseless, pointing out that the name "Mali" likely refers to the elephant at Manila Zoo, not a historical ruler. They emphasized that Palawan has been part of the Philippines since pre-colonial times, with its indigenous population predating any Chinese influence. The NHCP also highlighted that the claims misuse historical narratives and lack credible evidence, urging the public to rely on verified historical facts and not to spread misinformation.

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