India has called for upholding freedom of navigation and unimpeded commerce in the South China Sea. New Delhi also backed a 2016 international tribunal ruling rejecting China's territorial claims. This statement follows similar remarks from the US, UK, and twelve other nations. Maritime disputes must be resolved peacefully according to international law and UNCLOS. The award rendered by the arbitral tribunal is a significant milestone for dispute resolution.

The United States, United Kingdom and a dozen other Western and Asian countries have reasserted that China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea are illegal.

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The United States, United Kingdom and a dozen other Western and Asian countries reasserted on Sunday that China’s expansive claims in the South China…

14 nations and the EU reaffirm the 2016 ruling rejecting China's South China Sea claims, stressing regional stability and peace.

China asserts its control over the South China Sea waters. Thirteen nations and Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling against China's claims. Beijing summoned Japan's envoy, accusing…