Here is a concise original summary based on the information published by the source. Philippines tries to ease tensions with China as ASEAN Summit nears RapplerPalace: Officials free to defend PH rights in WPS despite diplomacy with China Philippine News AgencyChina accuses Philippine politicians of ‘intolerable’ conduct as tensions rise South China Morning PostVarious sectors call for restraint amid recent China-PH exchanges Inquirer.netPhilippines, China pledge to maintain dialogue despite tensions Reuters For the full context and any later updates, use the original source link.