Such an independent policy is dealing a heavy blow to those who still view the relationship between the three countries as zero-sumSome even believe that he would not able to serve the full six-year term齐鲁彩And overall, the perception gap between the US and China in the Philippines is narrowingIt clearly suggests that one's gain is another's lossMeanwhile, two-thirds say having a strong e齐鲁彩conomic relationship with China is more important for ties between the two nations, while only 28 percent say being tough with China on territorial disputes is more vitalHis tough rhetoric on the US and softened rhetoric on China, especially compared with his predecessor Aquino III, has worried many in the US