US‑Led Coalition Calls for Adherence to UNCLOS and Peaceful Dispute Resolution

The coalition warned that coercive actions, intimidation of coast guard vessels, or the deployment of armed militia to disrupt lawful navigation and overflight violate international law. It called on all parties to respect the tribunal’s clarification that China’s so‑called “historical rights” have no basis under UNCLOS.

Maintaining open sea lanes, air routes and other legitimate uses of the ocean is essential for global trade and regional stability, the statement said, and must align with the principles of the law of the sea.