Protesters picket Chinese Consulate in Makati City

Photo courtesy of Makati Police

Protesters picketed the Chinese consular office in Makati City as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the country for a two-day state visit.

According to the Southern Police District, about 200 rallyists gathered in front of the consulate on Tuesday.

Police officers also remained on alert. Xi arrived in the country at 11:30 a.m.

READ: Xi Jinping arrives in PH for two-day state visit

After arrival, Xi will proceed to the Malacañang for the usual arrival honors and to meet President Rodrigo Duterte.

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