Australia backs US concerns on China's activities in South China Sea

Defence Minister Kevin Andrews has joined the United States in expressing strong concerns about China's reclamation of territory in the South China Sea.

A handout photo dated 28 February 2013 and provided by the Department of Foreign Affairs on 15 May 2014 shows an aerial view of the extensive reclamation by China of the Johnson South Reef, known locally as Mabini Reef. EPA/DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS (DFA) Source: AAP

Defence Minister Kevin Andrews has joined the United States in expressing strong concerns about China's reclamation of territory in the South China Sea.

China has reacted angrily to the criticism of its construction on reclaimed land.

The argument has been dominating a meeting on regional security in Singapore, which the Australian Defence Minister has been attending.

Peggy Giakoumelos reports.

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