Dec 2, 2012

Philippines Condemns China's Plan to Search, Seize Vessels in South China Sea

Philippines Condemns China's Plan to Search, Seize Vessels in South China Sea: The Philippines says a plan by China's Hainan province to stop and search foreign ships deemed to be illegally in the South China Sea is a "gross violation" of international law and hampers freedom of navigation.

The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs is demanding clarification from China over the plans.  The department said in a statement it is "especially concerned" by media reports that starting next year, Hainan police will have authority to board, ...

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