China has called out Japan for \"meddling\" in sensitive maritime disputes between Beijing and Manila, sparking fresh diplomatic tensions in Asia. 🌊 A Chinese embassy spokesperson in Tokyo declared Friday that Japan has \"no right to intervene\" in South China Sea matters after Tokyo criticized China's actions near Ren'ai Jiao.
🔥 The fiery statement follows Philippine attempts to reinforce a grounded warship in contested waters, prompting China Coast Guard responses described as \"lawful and restrained.\" Meanwhile, Tokyo accused Beijing of aggressive tactics—claims China dismisses as \"manipulating right and wrong.\"
⚖️ Beijing firmly rejected the 2016 South China Sea arbitration ruling, calling it a \"violation of international law\" driven by U.S. and regional allies. \"We won't accept pressure from Japan or anyone,\" the spokesperson warned, stressing that regional cooperation mustn't undermine China's sovereignty.
💡 Analysts see this as part of growing regional friction as global powers pivot toward Asia. With the U.S. and Japan backing Manila, China's latest pushback signals tighter red lines in maritime disputes.
