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China's Huangyan Island Claim
China asserts its sovereignty over Huangyan Island, releasing territorial sea baselines and criticizing the Philippines' new maritime law and actions in the area.
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ChinaInternational LawSovereigntySouth China SeaMaritime DisputeTerritorial Waters
Chinese Foreign MinistryChina Coast GuardPhilippine Government
- What is China's response to the Philippines' actions?
- China firmly opposes the Philippine act and will take necessary legal measures to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, as stated by the spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
- What international and domestic laws support China's claim?
- China's action is based on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, allowing coastal states a 12 nautical mile territorial sea width, and China's own law on territorial waters.
- What accusations did the China Coast Guard make against the Philippines?
- The China Coast Guard accused the Philippines of frequent provocations at Huangyan Island, including sending military and government vessels, and encouraging illegal fishing activities that damage the ecosystem.
- What prompted China's release of baselines for Huangyan Island's territorial sea?
- China released baselines for the territorial sea adjacent to Huangyan Island to strengthen marine management and counter Philippine infringement actions. This move is supported by international law and common practices, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
- How does the Philippines' "Philippine Maritime Zones Act" affect China's position?
- The Philippines recently enacted the "Philippine Maritime Zones Act," which China views as a violation of its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights in the South China Sea, particularly regarding Huangyan Island and the Nansha Islands.