US SOS Mike Pompeo Said, Chinese Dominance Should End

US SOS Mike Pompeo said ASEAN countries should end Chinese dominance in the South China Sea. US SOS Mike Pompeo has called on ASEAN countries to mobilize against China. He said that all the member countries of the group should take action against Beijing’s dominance in the South China Sea and if needed, the US will give its full support in this work.

Pompeo spoke to his counterparts at the annual conference of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The organization’s four-member countries — the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Brunei — have long been involved in a regional conflict with China over this busiest waterway, which Beijing claims as a whole.

China setting up radar and missile centers on islands above coral reef

Even though the US makes no claims on the South China Sea, the Trump administration recently imposed a ban on Chinese officials responsible for Beijing’s military construction in the area. This military build-up includes building airspace and setting up radar and missile centers on islands built above the coral reef, prompting fears that China may interfere with freedom of navigation in international waters.

Ponpio said, Washington will help in all possible ways

To top diplomats of the 10-nation organization, Ponpio said, “In my view, keep going.” Don’t just talk but work. ‘ A Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said he stressed the peaceful resolution of the disputes. Ponpio said, ‘Do not let the Chinese Communist Party weigh heavily on us and our people. You have to be confident and America is here to help you as a friend. ‘

China does not respect democratic values ​​and principles

He said that China does not respect the democratic values ​​and principles of sovereignty, quality and territorial integrity contained in the ASEAN Charter. He referred to the blacklisting by the US of Chinese companies that have built islands in the disputed waters. The United States has deployed warships and fighter aircraft citing freedom of navigation and patrolling by aircraft.

On the other hand, China or its Foreign Minister Wang Yi did not immediately comment on Ponpio’s statement. China is also participating in the ASEAN meeting and on Wednesday met group ministers separately. Meanwhile, China once again said that it has every right to protect the unity and integrity of the country. He also accused the US of interfering in regional affairs.