China refutes allegations from the Philippine coastguard about plans to build an artificial island at Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea, dismissing the claims as baseless.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin labeled the accusations as “groundless and pure fabrication,” urging the Philippines to cease making unsubstantiated statements.
The disputed shoal, also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan, has been a site of tension between Chinese and Philippine vessels, raising concerns of potential conflict escalation in the region.
Amidst allegations of environmental destruction, the Philippines is considering legal action against China, which denies the claims and accuses Manila of political posturing.
The situation underscores ongoing territorial disputes in the South China Sea and the importance of diplomatic resolutions to prevent further tensions.