China's foreign ministry expressed hope that countries concerned would respect Pacific island countries' independence.

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

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Radio Free AsiaUS state-funded media · Jul 13, 2:01 PM

China hopes that the country concerned would respect Pacific island countries' independence

Cites: Mao Ning, China's foreign ministry · Details: stated during press conference