Beijing slams Manila over South China Sea claims ahead of 2016 Hague anniversary

Beijing has issued a lengthy critique of the Philippines’ territorial claims in the South China Sea, condemning its actions as “unlawful” expansions that posed a “grave threat” to the post-war global order. Wednesday’s report by a Ministry of Natural Resources think tank – its third within days – marks the latest move in China’s campaign to reinforce its position in the disputed waters. It also reiterates Beijing’s rejection of the Philippines’ stance just days before the 10th anniversary of a...