Chinese military warns Philippines against provoking incidents

29/3/2025 14:15

Chinese military conducted routine patrols in the South China Sea on Friday.



Tian Junli, spokesperson for the Chinese People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command, said the action took place amid ongoing efforts by the Philippines to enlist countries outside the region for so-called "joint patrols" and hype and spread its unlawful claims in the South China Sea.



Tian added, the Philippine moves have sown destabilizing factors and undermined peace and stability in the region.



The spokesperson said, "We warn the Philippine side against provoking incidents and engaging in actions that heighten tensions in the South China Sea," adding that seeking external support would prove futile.



Tian said, the forces under the Southern Theater Command will remain on high alert and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and security, as well as peace and stability in the South China Sea.