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China urges Europe to stop backing 'illegal' South China Sea ruling to avoid harming ties
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Key Points:
- China's foreign ministry urged European countries to be cautious in their statements and actions regarding the South China Sea, warning against endorsing what it calls an "illegal ruling."
- The ministry emphasized that Europe is not a party to the South China Sea dispute and has no right to comment on China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights in the region.
- The statement followed a joint declaration by several countries, including European nations, challenging China's expansive maritime claims as lacking legal basis.
- China has summoned diplomats from relevant countries and the EU delegation in China to express serious concerns and objections.
- The Chinese government warned that such endorsements could negatively impact China-EU relations and cooperation.
