Philippines should immediately stop infringement activities, provocations: Chinese FM

BEIJING, July 24 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines should immediately halt its infringement activities and provocations, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday.

Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing when answering a query related to recent incidents in the waters of Huangyan Dao.

Noting that Huangyan Dao has always been China's territory, Lin said relevant Philippine vessels deliberately intruded into the waters. "It's legitimate and lawful for China to take necessary measures to safeguard its rights and security, which is professional, standard and beyond reproach," Lin added.