Raising its pitch over tensions on the disputed South China Sea, China on Tuesday called for preparations for a “people’s war at sea” to counter offshore security threats while its top court warned foreigners of criminal liability for violations of its maritime rights. Chinese Defence Minister General Chang Wanquan has warned of offshore security threats and called for substantial preparation for a “people’s war at sea” to safeguard sovereignty.
Speaking during an inspection of national defence work in coastal regions of east China’s Zhejiang Province, Chang called for recognition of the seriousness of the national security situation, especially the threat from the sea, State-run Xinhua reported.