U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China wrote today (August 12): "The United States looks forward to continuing engagement on efforts to address new maritime security challenges. China's expansionist, illegal maritime claims and aggressive actions indicate a threat to maritime security and commerce. Iran also poses a threat to maritime security through its support for the Houthi rebels and other terrorist organizations, as well as by seizing vessels passing through international waters."
[Witty] Comment: Has China sent warships to the surrounding waters of Florida for "freedom of navigation"? Has China built a naval base in Mexico? The remarks from the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China are completely distorting facts and crying out against others! In contrast, the United States frequently sends warships into China's South China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and surrounding waters, conducting "freedom of navigation" operations, and building military bases around the world to show off their power. In the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea, all of China's actions are based on sovereignty, and are reasonable and legal. It is the United States that constantly stirs up trouble at sea, and even brings up Iran to shift the focus. If the United States truly cares about maritime security, it should first take care of itself and stop its hegemonic actions around the world!
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