VOA慢速英语:Philippine President to Seek Closer Ties with China & Russia

短语讲解：

1. But he said he will open up the other side of the ideological barrier.

open up 打开;开发
例句：These programmes will open up markets for farmers
这些计划将为农民打开市场。

2. In July, an international court ruled in favor of Manila in a case challenging China's historical claims to large areas of the sea.

in favor of 赞成[支持]（某人或某事物）;以…取代
例句：The jury voted 8-to-4 in favor of acquittal
陪审团以8比4的投票结果赞成无罪判决。

3. He announced that both Chinese and Russian companies would be able to lease land in the Philippines for up to 120 years.

be able to 能够;能
例句：If only I could get some sleep, I would be able to cope.
要是能睡上一会儿，我就能应付了。

4. On Monday, Duterte also expressed concerns about a defense treaty signed by the two countries in 1951.

concern about 使（自己）关心…
例句：I share your concern about this.
我和你一样为这件事担心。