PLA Conducts Routine Patrols in the South China Sea Amid Regional Tensions
Chinese military emphasizes its commitment to sovereignty amidst calls for joint patrols by the Philippines and external nations.
The Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted routine patrols in the South China Sea on Wednesday, as stated by military spokesperson Tian Junli.
The patrols occur against a backdrop of increasing tensions in the region, notably following the Philippines' invitation to external nations for so-called 'joint patrols.'
Spokesperson Tian Junli expressed concerns regarding the Philippines' actions, suggesting that these joint patrol initiatives serve to distract from what he characterized as Manila's illegal infringements on China’s maritime rights.
He indicated that such actions could disrupt peace and stability in the region.
Tian reaffirmed that China's claims to territorial sovereignty and maritime interests in the South China Sea are firmly supported by historical and legal precedents, asserting that they are indisputable and that violations would not be tolerated.
In response to the geopolitical climate, the PLA Southern Theater Command maintains a high state of readiness, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding China's territorial integrity and maritime rights.
The spokesperson outlined that the Command is fully prepared to manage any military actions perceived as disruptive within the South China Sea.
The patrols occur against a backdrop of increasing tensions in the region, notably following the Philippines' invitation to external nations for so-called 'joint patrols.'
Spokesperson Tian Junli expressed concerns regarding the Philippines' actions, suggesting that these joint patrol initiatives serve to distract from what he characterized as Manila's illegal infringements on China’s maritime rights.
He indicated that such actions could disrupt peace and stability in the region.
Tian reaffirmed that China's claims to territorial sovereignty and maritime interests in the South China Sea are firmly supported by historical and legal precedents, asserting that they are indisputable and that violations would not be tolerated.
In response to the geopolitical climate, the PLA Southern Theater Command maintains a high state of readiness, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding China's territorial integrity and maritime rights.
The spokesperson outlined that the Command is fully prepared to manage any military actions perceived as disruptive within the South China Sea.
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