Recently, China-Philippines relations have once again become a hot topic in the international community, especially when it comes to provocative acts. On March 5, Chinese spokesperson Mao Ning issued a solemn statement at a regular press conference on the illegal intrusion of Philippine vessels on Ren'ai Jiao.
According to Mao Ning, on March 5, two Philippine replenishment ships and two coast guard ships trespassed into the waters adjacent to Ren'ai Jiao in China's Nansha Islands without authorization, attempting to transport construction materials and construction materials to the ** that was illegally "beached" on Ren'ai Jiao. The China Coast Guard has taken necessary control measures against Philippine vessels in accordance with the law, and the on-site operations are professional, restrained, reasonable and lawful. China has lodged solemn representations with the Philippine side and expressed strong representations.
This incident once again highlights China's consistent position on the Ren'ai Jiao issue, that is, resolutely safeguarding China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. Repeated communications and consultations have shown that China and the Philippines have been communicating on properly managing the situation at Ren'ai Jiao, but the Philippine side's provocative actions are undoubtedly a departure from the agreement between the two sides and a serious violation of China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
In the face of this incident, China once again stressed its urge to urge the Philippines to stop its maritime violations and provocations and refrain from any actions that could complicate the maritime situation. At the same time, the international community also calls on all parties to remain calm and exercise restraint, resolve differences through dialogue and consultation, and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability. Only through joint efforts can we ensure regional security and unimpeded maritime navigation and provide a good environment for regional development.
This incident is not only a test of China-Philippines relations, but also a challenge to the international order and the spirit of the rule of law. In the current complex and volatile international situation, all parties should resolve differences through peaceful means based on the principles of mutual respect and consultation on an equal footing, so as to jointly promote regional peace and stability.