Philippines Issues Navigation Warning Claiming Large-Scale Exercise Area in South China Sea, Defense Ministry: Has Made Serious Representation to Philippine Side
Source: Global Times
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【环球时报-环球网报道 记者 郭媛丹】29日，在国防部例行记者会上，有记者提问称，有外媒报道，菲律宾发布航行警告宣布从2026年1月21日至3月31日在南海划设大面积演习区域，范围覆盖中国的黄岩岛。发言人对此有何评论？
国防部新闻发言人蒋斌对此回应说，黄岩岛是中国固有领土，菲方妄想以演习之名行侵权挑衅之实，人为制造海上紧张局势。我们对此强烈不满，坚决反对，已向菲方提出严正交涉。中方将依法坚定维护自身领土主权和海洋权益，维护南海和平稳定。
Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Philippines issued a navigation warning for military exercises
Location
South China Sea, covering Huangyan Island
Unit
Philippine Armed Forces, Chinese Government
Time
From January 21, 2026, to March 31, 2026
Equipment
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Summary
The Philippines announced military exercises in the South China Sea from January 21 to March 31, 2026, covering the area around Huangyan Island. In response, China’s Defense Ministry expressed strong opposition, asserting that Huangyan Island is Chinese territory and has lodged a formal protest with the Philippines. This development is likely to escalate maritime tensions in the region.
Key Facts
- Philippines announced military exercises in the South China Sea from January 21 to March 31, 2026.
- The exercises cover the area around Huangyan Island, claimed by China.
- China's Defense Ministry expressed strong opposition and lodged a formal protest with the Philippines.
- China asserts Huangyan Island is its inherent territory.
- The situation is expected to increase maritime tensions.