Southeast Asian leaders have stepped up pressure on China to respect international law following clashes in the disputed South China Sea.
Southeast Asian leaders stepped up pressure on China to respect international law following clashes in the disputed South China Sea, but Chinese Premier Li Qiang was defiant during annual summit talks on Thursday as he blamed “external forces” for interfering in regional affairs. The 10-member Assn.
official who declined to be named due to the sensitivity of the discussion. Li later said meddling by foreign forces is creating conflicts within the region. “We must realize that our development is also facing some unstable and uncertain factors.
and China said they expect to conclude negotiations to upgrade their free trade pact next year. Since the two sides signed the pact covering a market of 2 billion people in 2010, elevated its ties with South Korea to a “comprehensive strategic partnership.' Yoon said the new designation will further help both sides to “create a new future together.” Ishiba also pledged to boost the Japan-
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