Hey there, global news enthusiasts! 🌍 China just dropped a significant report on Thursday, doubling down on its firm rejection of the South China Sea arbitration ruling. The ruling, according to China, seriously harms the international legal order and maritime governance. 🚢 The freshly released report pulls back the curtain on the political backdrop of the arbitration tribunal and points out what China sees as historical errors in its decision. The goal? To encourage all parties involved to settle disputes through direct talks and manage any crises with rule-based approaches. 🤝 This comprehensive report is a collaboration between the Huayang Center for Marine Cooperation and Ocean Governance, the National Institute for South China Sea Studies, and the Chinese Society of International Law. It dives deep into the essence of the disputes, takes a hard look at the jurisdictional issues of the arbitration ruling, and offers legal interpretations on historical rights and the status of islands and archipelagos. 🌐 It's been eight years since the Philippines initiated this arbitration unilaterally. Instead of smoothing things over, China believes the ruling has only made the situation more tangled. The report criticizes the ruling for undermining the integrity and seriousness of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and shaking people's trust in the convention's dispute resolution mechanisms. ⚖️ The report doesn't hold back on calling out certain countries, both in the neighborhood and beyond, for backing what it deems an invalid arbitration ruling. China views this support as a strategic misstep aimed at bolstering unilateral claims and disrupting its relations with ASEAN countries. 🌏 Reaffirming its stance, China states it will continue its policy of \"non-participation\" and \"non-acceptance.\" The government won't recognize the ruling made by the arbitration tribunal or accept any claims or actions based on it. ✋ This move highlights China's commitment to resolving disputes through dialogue and emphasizes the importance of maintaining stability in the South China Sea region. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story! 📢
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China reaffirms its rejection of South China Sea arbitration ruling
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