China, Philippines seek better communication, management of conflicts in South China Sea

China and the Philippines agree to improve maritime communication and manage conflicts through friendly talks. They reaffirm that the South China Sea dispute is not the whole story of bilateral relations. Both sides agree to calmly deal with incidents and properly handle maritime emergencies, including the situation around the Second Thomas Shoal. They also advance practical maritime cooperation.

China, Philippines seek better communication, management of conflicts in South China Sea
China and the Philippines agree to improve maritime communication and manage conflicts through friendly talks. They reaffirm that the South China Sea dispute is not the whole story of bilateral relations. Both sides agree to calmly deal with incidents and properly handle maritime emergencies, including the situation around the Second Thomas Shoal. They also advance practical maritime cooperation.