China dismisses recent tension in South China Sea as 'old tricks'

Defense Ministry spokesperson Yang Yujun on Tuesday labeled recent incidents in the South China Sea as "old tricks" used to stir tensions and smear the reputation of Chinese armed forces.

China to construct two large lighthouses in the South China Sea

China's Ministry of Transport hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday for the construction of two multi-functional lighthouses on Huayang Reef and Chigua Reef of China's Nansha Islands, so as to improve the navigation safety in the South China Sea.

Beijing sets out its rights after reports of incursion

Government’s response comes after reports of an exchange between the Chinese navy and a US surveillance plane in the South China Sea.

China rejects objection by Vietnam on fishing ban

Beijing last week announced the temporary ban on fishing in parts of the sea between May 16 and Aug 1 to protect marine resources.

China says DOC not tool for Philippines to whitewash wrongdoings

China urges the Philippines government to stop unfounded accusation and hyping of China's construction work in the South China Sea.

China rejects Philippine allegations of stealing fish

While rejecting allegations on Friday that coast guard stole fish, Beijing urges Manila to stop illegally fishing in Chinese waters.

South China Sea islands plan unveiled

China has plans for building projects on some South China Sea islands, saying it aims to provide a civilian service of benefit to other countries.

FM dismisses blame on China's land reclamation in South China Sea

Responding to recent criticisms about China's land reclamation in the South China Sea, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Sunday that the country "has every right to do things that are lawful and justified".

Island, reef construction in South China Sea lawful, justified: FM

China's construction on its own islands and reefs in the South China Sea is lawful and justified, as China is merely building facilities in its own yard.

Country pushes for code at South China Sea

China will push for the implementation of a code of conduct for the South China Sea - a document that will lessen the risk of escalating tensions in the area-but experts said such an agreement faces obstacles.

Country pushes for code at South China Sea

Kidnapping warning sirens whistled for Chinese community in Philippines

The recent upsurge of kidnappings and other crimes in the Philippines has alarmed the large Filipino- Chinese community in the country. It has also prompted the Chinese government to warn its citizens on Friday not to travel to the Philippines in the meantime.