Q "** Spokesperson's Office" news, at the regular press conference on December 4, AFP reporter asked: A few days ago, the Philippines ** said that more than 130 Chinese ships are currently gathered around Oxbow Reef, and the situation makes the Philippine side deeply worried. In addition, French Foreign Minister Colonna said a few days ago that France is very concerned about the recent behavior of the Chinese ** ship against the Australian ship, and said that the Taiwan Strait must remain stable, and the world does not need a new crisis. What is China's response to these two situations?
Wang Wenbin: On your first question, Oxbow Reef is part of China's Nansha Islands, and the relevant waters in the South China Sea, including Oxbow Reef and its vicinity, have always been important operational areas and shelter points for Chinese fishing vessels. It is reasonable and lawful for Chinese fishing vessels to operate in the waters and take shelter from storms, and the Philippines should not make irresponsible remarks.
As for your second question, China has already responded to it, which you can refer to. I want to emphasize,The Taiwan issue is purely China's internal affair. Maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait is a one-China principle. We hope that the relevant parties will abide by the one-China principle and join China in firmly opposing the principle of "maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait."