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China's Foreign Minister: South China Sea Code of Conduct Nears Consensus

3/8/2026

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Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister, said consultations on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea are nearing completion.
He called for adopting "golden rules" to manage disputes.
He expects a consensus this year.
He noted cooperation with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, citing the rescue of Philippine sailors as evidence of a shift toward peace.

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Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister, said consultations on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea are nearing completion.
He called for adopting "golden rules" to manage disputes.
He expects a consensus this year.
He noted cooperation with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, citing the rescue of Philippine sailors as evidence of a shift toward peace.