Malaysia and China agree to resolve South China Sea disputes by peaceful means, international law

China's Premier Li Qiang with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim shaking hands ahead of their meeting in Putrajaya, June 19, 2024. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and China have agreed to resolve disputes in the South China Sea by peaceful means, through friendly consultations and negotiations, in accordance with the universally recognised principles of international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

Emphasising the importance of maintaining peace, security and stability in the South China Sea, the two sides will launch bilateral dialogues on the management of maritime issues as early as possible to foster maritime discussion and cooperation.