In a recent maritime clashes, a Philippine vessel rammed a Chinese coast guard vessel, drawing widespread attention from the international community. In this case, the Chinese side has responded, emphasizing the fact that the Chinese coast guard ship was rammed by a Philippine vessel while carrying out its normal patrol duties. This is a serious maritime conflict incident involving national sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and the Chinese side expresses strong dissatisfaction and ** over it.
A spokesperson for China said at a regular press conference that the Chinese coast guard ships always abide by international law and Chinese laws and regulations when performing their tasks, and safeguard China's maritime rights and interests. With regard to the collision of Philippine vessels, the Chinese side has lodged solemn representations with the Philippine side. At the same time, the Chinese side also said that it would take necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty and maritime rights and interests in light of the development of the situation. This includes stepping up maritime patrols to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents.
In addition, the Chinese side also called on the Philippine side to respect China's sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and to refrain from any action that could exacerbate tensions between the two countries. The Chinese side is willing to resolve the dispute between the two countries through dialogue and negotiations.
Overall, the Chinese side has shown a firm stance and determination on the incident in which the Philippine vessel collided with the coast guard vessel. China will resolutely safeguard its sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and at the same time is willing to resolve disputes between the two countries through peaceful means. This incident once again reminds us that maritime rights and interests are issues that every country cannot ignore, and only through dialogue and negotiation can these issues be effectively resolved and world peace and stability maintained.