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China has taken necessary measures to protect territorial sovereignty over Huangyan Dao: FM spokesperson

Global Times

By Global Times Published: Aug 11, 2025 11:06 PM

When asked to comment on reports that a Chinese ship targeted a Philippine vessel with water cannon near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea early Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said that on August 11, the Philippines sent multiple Coast Guard vessels, official vessels and so-called fishing vessels to intrude into the territorial waters of Huangyan Dao, and in the meanwhile, Philippine military aircraft also intruded into the air space of Huangyan Dao.

The Philippines' moves seriously infringed upon China's sovereignty and rights and interests, and seriously harmed peace and stability at sea. China has taken necessary measures in accordance with the law to protect its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, which are reasonable and legal.

Facts have proven once again that the Philippines' intentional infringement and provocative activities at sea are the root cause for the tensions. China urges the Philippines to stop the infringement and provocative activities at once and refrain from challenging China's firm resolve to safeguard our lawful rights and interests.