New York, October 10 — China has officially submitted a statement on the baselines of the territorial sea adjacent to Huangyan Dao to the United Nations. This move strengthens China’s maritime claims and showcases its commitment to international law.
Geng Shuang, China’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, presented the "Statement of the People’s Republic of China on the Baselines of the Territorial Sea adjacent to Huangyan Dao" along with relevant charts to Stephen Mathias, acting under-secretary-general of the UN, on Monday. These documents will be published on the UN website.
In a statement, China’s permanent mission to the UN emphasized that Huangyan Dao has always been part of China’s territory. The Chinese government announced the baselines in accordance with international laws, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), on November 10.
"This is a natural step by the Chinese government to lawfully strengthen marine management and is consistent with international law and common practices," the mission stated.
According to UNCLOS, coastal states are required to deposit charts and relevant information with the UN Secretary-General, detailing the outer limits of their continental shelf. By doing so, China is fulfilling its obligations as a state party to the convention and safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.
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