The remarks come a day after an incident in disputed waters in the South China Sea.
BEIJING – China’s Defence Ministry warned the Philippines on March 24 against “provocative” actions, and said China would safeguard its territorial sovereignty, a day after an incident in disputed waters in the South China Sea.
“We warn the Philippines to stop making any remarks that may lead to the intensification of conflicts and escalation of the situation, and stop all infringing and provocative actions,” the ministry said in a statement. “If the Philippines repeatedly challenges China’s bottom line, China will continue to take firm and decisive measures to firmly safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests,” the statement added.in disputed waters near the Second Thomas Shoal and Spratly Islands a day before, actions that the Philippines had called “irresponsible and provocative”.
The incident included the use of water cannon against a civilian boat hired to resupply troops, the Philippine task force on the South China Sea said in a statement on March 23. REUTERSPlease verify your e-mail to read this subscriber-only article in full
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