2016 ruling on South China Sea remains pivotal as 14 nations voice support, China's rejection persists
Fourteen nations marked the ninth anniversary of a ruling rejecting China's South China Sea claims.
Beijing dismissed the legally binding 2016 arbitration decision as null and void.
The joint statement opposed destabilizing actions and harassment at sea.
China's foreign ministry criticized the tribunal's findings and its own rights.
Tensions rise amid confrontations involving Chinese, Philippine, and Vietnamese vessels.
14 Nations Reaffirm South China Sea Ruling
- US, UK, 12 other nations reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China's claims in South China Sea Korea Times —
- South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis Bangkok Post —
- China rejects US-led backing for South China Sea ruling, calls tribunal award 'illegal' Times Of India —
- China’s claims in South China Sea: US, UK, 12 other nations reaffirm 2016 ruling Boston Globe —
- Beijing renews attacks on landmark South China Sea tribunal on ruling’s 10th anniversary South China Morning Post —