Tensions in the South China Sea, territorial rights, and sovereignty |

SBS International Correspondent Claudia Farhart reports on the continued war of words between the Philippines and China over territorial rights in the South China Sea.

SBS International Correspondent Claudia Farhart visits Masinloc, a fishing community greatly affected by the South China Sea territorial dispute. Credit: SBS News

Key Points

• SBS requested for an interview with the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines, they sent a written statement.
• Experts says that the continued tension may have trade and investment implactions
• The United States is slowly repositioning its large naval vessels out of South China Sea.
• China says it does not recognise the 2016 Arbitral Tribunal runling by The Hague.

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Tensions in the South China Sea, territorial rights, and sovereignty |

SBS Filipino

06:28Filipino

Regrettably, in recent years, certain forces in the Philippines have repeatedly hyped up maritime disputes. China has exercised the greatest restraint and patience. Look at what is happening in other countries and regions around the world. Think about Ukraine, Venezuela, Gaza, and Greenland. The Philippines should feel fortunate to have a neighbour like China

Chinese Embassy in the Philippines statement to SBS

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