Japan's statement endorses the illegal arbitration award, attacks China's lawful claims, and mischaracterizes Japan as a legitimate stakeholder in the South China Sea.

reported by one outlet so far · Attributed statement · first recorded Jul 13, 2:30 PM

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CGTNChinese state media · Jul 13, 2:01 PM

Japan's statement blatantly endorses the illegal 'award,' attacks China's lawful claims and mischaracterizes Japan as a 'legitimate stakeholder'

Cites: Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson