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Special: Huangyan Island Situation
Beijing has endorsed Manila's decision to resume diplomatic contact with the Chinese embassy in Manila, the Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
Beijing warned Manila that it is "hard to be optimistic" about the impasse over Huangyan Island, and said it is prepared for any escalation of the situation.
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It belongs to China: Philippine media
China is prepared for any escalation of the situation over the Huangyan Island by the Philippines. 'New' name for island sparks fury from Beijing
Beijing on Monday slammed Manila's attempt to "rename" Huangyan Island as China is set to launch its first deepwater oil rig in the South China Sea.
Beijing criticized Manila's attempt to expand Huangyan Island dispute over the entire South China Sea. China makes 'solemn representations' to Philippines
China forbids anyone to develop the country's islands designated for purposes in its territorial waters.
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