South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis
TOKYO - China's expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries said in a joint statement on Sunday to mark the 10th anniversary of a landmark international tribunal ruling.
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 —
- 2016 ruling on South China Sea remains pivotal as 14 nations voice support, China's rejection persists Times Of India —
- 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 —