The Chinese foreign minister said the ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague was “orchestrated and manipulated by external powers” who wanted to “destabilise the South China Sea for their own benefit”.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that against the backdrop of rampant unilateralism and protectionism, China and ASEAN countries are demonstrating a strong desire to support each other, unite and cooperate, and jointly meet challenges.

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China is willing to play a constructive role in promoting dialogue and de-escalation between Thailand and Cambodia over their recent border

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in Europe to set the tone for the upcoming EU-China Summit, but the differences are such between the two sides that the summit could become meaningless and get condensed to a one-day affair.

As this year marks the 20th anniversary of the East Asia Summit, Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday emphasized the importance for all parties to use this milestone as an opportunity to enhance understanding, trust, maintain peace and stability, and promote development and prosperity.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized the US for imposing high tariffs on ASEAN countries based on a single letter, calling it a typical act of unilateral bullying that no country would support.

China's foreign minister has pledged to support peaceful resolution between Thailand and Cambodia over their border dispute. Wang Yi emphasized China's commitment to an objective and fair stance, encouraging both countries to engage in dialogue.